REGINA — Four new program streams and $2.4 million have been added to the Innovation Saskatchewan Innovation & Science Fund (ISF)
Total provincial funding of the ISF is $5.2 million.
Aligned with Saskatchewan's Research Strategy, the expanded ISF enables targeted responses to emerging research opportunities across the province's priority areas of agriculture, life sciences, energy and mining and critical minerals, according to an Innovation Saskatchewan press release.
ISF will continue to support initiatives at post-secondary and research institutions in Saskatchewan, while the new streams extend support to broader research, encouraging greater international collaboration and industry partnerships.
The four program streams include:
- Research Infrastructure: Supporting the upgrade, acquisition and sustainability of research facilities and equipment.
- Research Projects: Funding high-impact projects that advance innovation and deliver economic benefits in priority areas.
- Research Ecosystem: Strengthening programs and organizations that help researchers accelerate discovery and commercialization.
- International Research Collaboration: Connecting Saskatchewan researchers with leading global institutions to expand knowledge exchange, external funding and access to specialized facilities.
"Research and innovation are essential to Saskatchewan's future prosperity," Innovation Saskatchewan CEO Kari Harvey said.
"Expanding the ISF gives our researchers and institutions the tools they need to compete globally, collaborate internationally and deliver solutions that matter to Saskatchewan people."
The expanded program is launching April 1, with funding decisions expected in the summer 2026.
More information on ISF program guidelines and eligibility is available at innovationsask.ca/programs/isf.
