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Accelerator 360° - Montréal - QC - Canada

Accelerator 360°

Last Update: July 22, 2025
Montréal, QC
Funds to grow Quebec aerospace SMEs

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • Up to 63% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : July 27, 2020
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Funds Providers
Aéro Montreal
Program status
Open

Overview

Get funding of up to 63% of eligible expenses for technological developments in the pre-commercialization phase, as well as help with strategic planning, entering international markets, and finding partners.

Activities funded

There are eligible projects for the grant:

  • Accelerator 360° program designed to accelerate the growth of Québec SMEs in the aerospace sector
  • Supporting 35 Québec aerospace SMEs to reach their growth objectives
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 63,000
Creating an advanced materials lab to develop lightweight and durable aerospace components
$ 34,650
Upgrading drone technology for agricultural applications to enhance crop monitoring and management
$ 252,000
Developing a new AI-driven analytics tool for aerospace SMEs
$ 47,250
Developing a new navigation system for small aircraft to improve safety during regional flights
$ 50,400
Launching new software for efficient aircraft maintenance management targeting global markets

Eligibility

This grant program offers funding of up to 63% of eligible expenses to support the growth of Québec SMEs in the aerospace sector. The eligibility criteria for this grant include:

  • Be a Québec-based small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the aerospace sector
  • Have a strategic growth plan and objectives aligned with the goals of the Accelerator 360° program
  • Demonstrate a commitment to engaging in international markets and forming strategic partnerships

Who is eligible?

There are eligible types of companies for this grant program:

  • Québec SMEs in the aerospace sector

Eligible expenses

The Accelerator 360° program offers funding of up to 63% of eligible expenses for Québec SMEs in the aerospace sector. Eligible expenses may include:

  • Strategic planning support
  • International market development assistance
  • Training and business opportunities responsiveness

Selection criteria

The Accelerator 360° program has evaluation and selection criteria to ensure the suitability of applicants:

  • Relevance of the project to the aerospace sector and global market integration
  • Demonstrated need for assistance in strategic planning and partnerships
  • Potential for growth in international markets
  • Capability to engage in strategic alliances and partnerships

How to apply

1

Identify the eligibility criteria

  • Ensure that your company is an SME in the aerospace sector in Quebec
  • Make sure to have growth objectives aligned with the program
2

Prepare the request

  • Review your current strategic planning
  • Gather the requested information for the application submission
3

Submit the request

  • Fill out the application form with the required information
  • Follow the instructions for submitting the application
4

Wait for the decision

  • Wait for the evaluation period of the application by the partner organizations
  • Be ready to respond to any requests for clarification or additional information

Documents and links

Accelerator 360°

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Accelerator 360° Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Accelerator 360°. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

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