Canada First Research Excellence Fund
Overview
The Canada First Research Excellence Fund is a tri-agency initiative of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research that provides large-scale grants to Canadian postsecondary institutions to support world-leading research programs.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| LysisLogic Scientific Inc. | Jan 2019 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| ArcheOptix Biomedical | Dec 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Canada First Research Excellence Fund based?
Canada First Research Excellence Fund is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
When was Canada First Research Excellence Fund founded?
Canada First Research Excellence Fund was founded in 2014.
How many portfolio companies does Canada First Research Excellence Fund have?
Canada First Research Excellence Fund has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Canada First Research Excellence Fund's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include LysisLogic Scientific Inc., ArcheOptix Biomedical.
What was Canada First Research Excellence Fund's most recent investment shown here?
Canada First Research Excellence Fund's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in ArcheOptix Biomedical in 2025.
What sectors does Canada First Research Excellence Fund focus on?
Canada First Research Excellence Fund focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure.
What company stages does Canada First Research Excellence Fund focus on?
Canada First Research Excellence Fund typically invests at the Early stage.