Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada · Contribution program
Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
The objectives of the contribution to the Perimeter Institute are to:a) Increase knowledge in the various strands of theoretical physics, thereby building Canada's reputation as the destination of choice for conducting physics research, attracting the highest calibre of theoretical physicists to Canada, creating partnerships with the international physics community and ultimately strengthening the Institute's position as a world-leading research centre for theoretical physics;b) Attract and retain emerging researchers in physics through innovative training programs; andc) Enhance the literacy and interest of students, teachers, and the Canadian public in science in general, and physics in particular.
- Total value
- $120M
- Agreements
- 3
- Jul 2012 to Aug 2022
- Median agreement
- $50M
- Typical range
- $35M–$50M
- the middle half of agreements
Federal grants and contributions, agreements starting Jan 2006 to Oct 2026, each counted once at its latest amended value. Source: Treasury Board proactive disclosure, published October 11, 2026.
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Who got it
Organizations with the most funding under this program.
| Recipient | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics | 3 | $120M |
By year
Agreements by the year they started.
| Year | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | $50M |
| 2017 | 1 | $50M |
| 2022 | 1 | $20M |
By province
| Province or territory | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 3 | $120M |
By type of recipient
As the department classified the recipient.
| Recipient type | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Not-for-profit organizations and charities | 3 | $120M |
Industries funded
Where the department recorded an industry code (NAICS). Most agreements have none.
| Industry group | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific research and development services | 3 | $120M |
Latest agreements
| Start | Recipient | What for | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2022 | Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics | Contribution | $20,000,000 |
| Aug 2017 | Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics | Contribution | $50,000,000 |
| Jul 2012 | Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics | Contribution | $50,000,000 |