The NFRF - Transformation stream is designed to support large-scale, Canadian-led interdisciplinary research projects that address a major challenge with the potential to realize real and lasting change (high-reward). The challenge may be fundamental, leading to a scientific breakthrough, or applied, with a social, economic, environmental or health impact. Projects are expected to be world-leading, drawing on global research expertise where relevant.

This year’s competition is open to interdisciplinary research teams composed of five or more members and includes mandatory notice of intent (NOI) to apply and letter of intent (LOI) to apply stages.