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INOVAIT provides Canada\u2019s image-guided therapy (IGT) industry and academic institutions with targeted non-dilutive funding for commercialization-focused R&D projects involving the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into IGT technologies. We will reimburse up to one-third of eligible supported project costs for projects selected through our application process.<\/p>\n
Our\u00a0Pilot Fund<\/strong> provides up to $150,000 in contributions for pilot projects lasting 9 to 12 months.<\/p>\n Our\u00a0Focus Fund<\/strong> provides up to $2 million in contributions for two-to-three-year projects that have excellent technical and clinical merit as well as the highest probability of commercialization success.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Roboto|300|||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”34px” dsm_modules_schedule_visibility=”on” dsm_modules_schedule_after_datetime=”2026-01-26 11:30″ dsm_modules_schedule_between=”on” dsm_modules_schedule_end_datetime=”2026-03-11 23:59″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We currently have a call for applications for our Pilot Fund and are accepting applications between January 26, 2026<\/strong> and March 11, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n Sign up for our mailing list to receive announcements on the launch of future calls for applications.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/inovait.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/img_WeFundCollaborativeRDProjects.png” title_text=”img_WeFundCollaborativeR&DProjects” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|tablet” disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/sunnybrook.us13.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=5d88a264b8b9e77a63656493b&id=0ccc945d4b” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Subscribe” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”1px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/inovait.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/img_WeFundCollaborativeRDProjects.png” title_text=”img_WeFundCollaborativeR&DProjects” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”Pilot-Fund” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” dsm_section_schedule_visibility=”on” dsm_section_schedule_after_datetime=”2026-01-26 11:30″ dsm_section_schedule_between=”on” dsm_section_schedule_end_datetime=”2026-03-11 23:59″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/inovait.smartsimple.ca\/s_Login.jsp” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”APPLY NOW” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#EF4443″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”8px|40px|8px|40px|true|true” dsm_modules_schedule_visibility=”on” dsm_modules_schedule_after_datetime=”2026-01-26 11:30″ dsm_modules_schedule_between=”on” dsm_modules_schedule_end_datetime=”2026-03-12 23:59″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” dsm_modules_schedule_visibility=”on” dsm_modules_schedule_after_datetime=”2026-01-26 11:30″ dsm_modules_schedule_between=”on” dsm_modules_schedule_end_datetime=”2026-03-12 23:59″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Who?<\/strong><\/p>\n This CFA is open to Canadian corporations, academic institutions, and not-for-profit organizations.Each project must include a Project Lead and one to three additional Project Partners, with at least one Ultimate Recipient being a Canadian small and medium enterprise (SME).<\/p>\n Note: Industry Collaborators that are Project Leads on a selected Focus Fund project are not eligible to participate as an Ultimate Recipient on this CFA.<\/p>\n What?<\/strong><\/p>\n The Pilot Fund will support collaborative research and development (R&D) projects with an aim towards commercialization. All projects must involve the integration of artificial intelligence or advanced data capabilities into an image-guided therapy technology. Funding will support industrial research, including activities related to the discovery of new knowledge that aim to support the development of new technology-driven products or services and large-scale technology demonstration, including the advancement and development of new technologies into product-specific applications.<\/p>\n In this current Call for Applications (CFA), we will evaluate and award funding for 9- to 12-month long pilot projects <\/b>(which will occur between April 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027) from a minimum of 100,000 CAD up to a maximum of 150,000 CAD in matching <\/b>funds<\/b>.<\/p>\n How Much?<\/strong><\/p>\n Projects may request between 100,000 CAD to 150,000 CAD, with INOVAIT contributing up to one-third of total eligible supported costs in the form of reimbursement funding.<\/p>\n When?<\/strong> Where?<\/strong> Download these key documents:<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”167px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/inovait.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/photo-1666214280250-41f16ba24a26.jpeg” title_text=”photo-1666214280250-41f16ba24a26″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zTKq99RHbZM” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/luma.com\/w27977ra” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Register here” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”]<\/p>\n INOVAIT is hosting an online information session to provide an overview of its Winter 2026 Pilot Fund Call for Applications.<\/strong> The Pilot Fund is a reimbursement-based funding program that supports collaborative, commercialization-oriented R&D projects<\/strong> applying artificial intelligence, machine learning, or big data<\/strong> to image-guided therapy (IGT)<\/strong> technologies.<\/p>\n \u200bThis webinar will provide prospective applicants with an overview of the Pilot Fund\u2019s objectives, funding structure, eligibility criteria, and application process. Participants will learn how the program supports short-term R&D projects with strong scientific, clinical, and commercialization potential, and how organizations can access up to $150,000 in non-dilutive funding<\/strong>, with INOVAIT covering up to one-third of eligible project costs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u200bThe session will also highlight what INOVAIT looks for in successful applications, drawing on insights from past Pilot Fund projects that have helped advance innovative IGT technologies, improve patient outcomes, and drive economic growth across Canada.<\/p>\n<\/ul>\n
Pilot Fund<\/strong><\/h1>\n
Projects can begin no earlier than April 1, 2026 and end no later than June 30, 2027. Projects should be 9 to 12 months in length.<\/p>\n
Register for an account on the INOVAIT Funding Portal.<\/a><\/span> Proposals can be submitted through this portal between January 26, 2026<\/strong> and 11:59 pm Pacific Daylight Time on March 11, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
1. Guide for Applicants (EN<\/a><\/span>\/FR<\/a><\/span>)
2. Application Questions (EN<\/span><\/a>\/FR<\/a><\/span>)
3. Budget Workbook (EN<\/a><\/span>\/FR<\/a><\/span>)
4. Suggested Expert Reviewers (EN<\/a><\/span>\/FR<\/a><\/span>)
5. Ultimate Recipient Template Agreement (English only)<\/a><\/span>
Need more information?<\/strong>
Email us at inovait@sunnybrook.ca<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\nWinter 2026 Pilot Fund Virtual Information Session<\/strong><\/h2>\n
When:<\/strong> February 12, 2026 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST<\/h4>\n
Where:<\/strong> Zoom (link provided after registration)<\/h4>\n
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