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CIHR Proof of Principle (POP) Program

Last verified: June 2026

Canadian Institutes of Health Research funding for early-stage commercialization of health research. Phase 1 supports proof-of-concept; Phase 2 supports advanced development.

This program has closed to new applicants

Discontinued: no current intake We keep this page for reference, but we will not recommend it as a current match.

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Estimated value
Phase 1: up to $200,000. Phase 2: up to $600,000.
Approval likelihood
Low
Ready to apply score
55/100
Documents needed
4

Eligibility

  • Business types:incorporated
  • Industries:Healthcare & Wellness, Technology & Software
  • Provinces:All of Canada
  • Requires R&D activity

What you'll need

  • Research and development plan
  • Commercialization strategy
  • Intellectual property assessment
  • Academic partner letter

How to apply

  1. 1Identify academic partner if not already
  2. 2Develop a commercialization plan
  3. 3Submit during open competition window
Deadline:Discontinued: no current intake

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