M.S.I. Foundation
The M.S.I. Foundation is a Canadian public foundation registered under the Income Tax Act (Business Number: 119048908RR0001), specializing in health research funding. Incorporated through provincial legislation in Alberta, it supports studies related to healthcare services, population health, and allied health fields, with a focus on initiatives benefiting Albertans[1][4].

History and Purpose
Established in 1970 through an endowment, the foundation directs resources toward novice and emerging researchers in health services and population health research. It operates periodic funding competitions, inviting Letters of Intent based on board-determined priorities and available funds[2].

Operations
The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding opportunities are announced periodically, with guidelines and application procedures published ahead of calls for submissions. As of its latest update, the foundation is not actively accepting Letters of Intent, though future competitions may be announced seasonally[2].

Funding Focus
Grants prioritize research that improves healthcare delivery, health promotion, and health equity in Alberta. The foundation emphasizes projects with practical applications for health policy and service provision[1][2].

Governance
Administrative decisions, including funding cycles and eligibility criteria, are overseen by a board of trustees. The organization maintains a structured approach to grant allocation, requiring adherence to specific procedural guidelines during application windows[2][4].

Related Entities
A similarly named entity, the MSI Charitable Trust (associated with MSI Surfaces), operates in the U.S. and internationally but is unrelated to the Alberta-based M.S.I. Foundation. The latter remains exclusively focused on health research within Canada[5].