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CIIRDF Project Selection Criteria

CIIRDF assesses project proposals in the context of their relevance to the objectives of the program, namely the extent to which they demonstrate:

that the project contributes to the strategic objectives of the CIIRDF program, including technological and net economic benefits to Canada and Israel (increasing economic growth, creating jobs and wealth, and supporting sustainable development);
that the project is technologically feasible, and that the applicant possesses, or can reasonably be expected to secure, the requisite technological and managerial capabilities and financial resources to achieve the stated objectives of the project;
that a contribution under CIIRDF is necessary to ensure that the project (either individually or as part of a portfolio of related activities of the applicants) proceeds with the desired scope, timing or location; and
that the contribution will be repaid.

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The following additional information may be helpful as you develop your CIIRDF project proposal:

Work in Canada and Israel: It is expected that all development activities and production of resulting technologies will take place in Canada and Israel unless, specifically approved otherwise.
Outstanding Obligations: It is CIIRDF policy not to make investments if applicants are not current in their obligations to CIIRDF or other programs funded by the Canadian or Israeli governments.
Funding from other Government Sources: You must identify all sources of government funding obtained for the project, including federal, provincial or municipal government assistance. If funding from any sources, other than federal and provincial tax credits, becomes available during the course of the project, you must inform CIIRDF and it will have the right to reduce its contribution to the extent of any such assistance.
Monitoring and Reporting: CIIRDF reserves the right to conduct contribution audits on projects. Successful applicants to the program may be selected for a contribution audit, as required by the CIIRDF Board of Directors. Applicants with active projects will also get an annual on site visit and review by CIIRDF staff, technical and/or financial advisors.
Intellectual Property Rights: It is expected that the applicants/partners will retain all rights to the intellectual property for any technology developed in your CIIRDF-supported project.
Environmental Certification: Before funding for your project can be approved, you will certify that you have implemented, and will maintain, all necessary environmental protection measures in relation to your project and that all regulatory bodies have been satisfied.
Lobbyists: It is CIIRDF policy that consultants and lobbyists cannot be paid on a contingency-style-basis, otherwise any proposal will be rejected.

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