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The Knowledge Infrastructure Program (KIP) is a federal government initiative to renew Canada's college and university infrastructure. By making large-scale investments in infrastructure, the Government of Canada is also providing significant short-term economic stimulus in communities across the country.

A two-year, $2 billion economic stimulus measure, KIP is part of the $12 billion Government of Canada Economic Action Plan announced in January 2009. In 2010-11, funds up to $1 billion are available under this program, however, all funds are currently allocated.

The deadline for projects funded under KIP has been extended from March 31, 2011 to October 31, 2011. (Deadline for Stimulus Projects Extended)

The program has two components:

• The university component gives preference to projects that can improve the quality of research and development at the institution.
• The college component supports projects at other post-secondary institutions, such as colleges, publicly funded polytechnical schools and institutes of technology, which will strengthen their ability to deliver advanced knowledge and skills training.

Project eligibility criteria
Projects are assessed according to their ability to quickly and effectively generate economic activity and support job creation. Project readiness and economic impact are, therefore, key criteria used in project selection. Projects are also assessed on their ability to enhance research capacity, support the attraction of new students and provide a better educational experience for the highly skilled workers of tomorrow.

The program will not only generate economic benefits and support job creation, but will also have an important positive net impact on the environment by reducing energy use, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and improving waste management at universities and colleges across Canada.

For more information on the Knowledge Infrastructure Program, please visit the Industry Canada main site.