THE NEXT LEAP STARTS
HERE
From Nobel Prize wins to groundbreaking science, CIFAR’s global community drove extraordinary impact and progress in 2024-2025.
Global Research Community
502
502 researchers across 23 countries and 167 institutions, spanning 6 continents
Scientific Excellence
117
117 major awards and honours received by CIFAR researchers this year
Global Recognition
23
Over our 40-plus-year history, 23 Nobel Prizes and 4 ACM A.M. Turing Awards received by CIFAR-affiliated researchers to date
Read Our Full 2024–2025 Impact Report
Explore in-depth findings, highlights and stories from across CIFAR’s global research community.
Joint Message From Our CEO & Chair
Hear from Stephen Toope, President & CEO of CIFAR, and Irfhan Rawji, Board Chair, as they reflect on this year’s impact and CIFAR’s bold vision for the future.
CIFAR’s AI Leadership: A National Legacy with Global Reach
CIFAR’s leadership through the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy is keeping Canada at the forefront of global AI leadership.
Driving Fundamental Research & Impact
CIFAR researchers are shifting paradigms and transforming futures through long-view, fundamental research.
Anticipating What’s Next
CIFAR is tackling the world’s toughest challenges through bold foresight and collaboration.
Engaging Diverse Global Networks
CIFAR connects researchers across disciplines and borders.
Expanding the Next Generation of Research Leaders
We’re training tomorrow’s research giants.
CIFAR’S RESEARCH PROGRAMS
Dive into our 15 research programs addressing humanity’s biggest challenges.
CIFAR SUPPORTERS
We extend a heartfelt thank you to our supporters for their generosity and inspiring commitment to our mission. You empower CIFAR to address the most pressing questions facing science and humanity.