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Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022
Cross-border innovation partnership for Canadian SMEs
Funding available
$ 75,000
Deadline
December 9, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 supports Canadian SMEs through collaborative proof of concept work with Japanese partners, with up to 50% reimbursement. Selected projects can receive up to $75,000, and eligible work targets agriculture, automation, healthcare, and drone challenges such as frost mitigation and warehouse robotics.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 500,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- 10-500 employees
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative proof of concept (PoC) implementation plans with Japanese partners for challenges in agriculture, automation, healthcare, and drones.
Documents Needed
- Expression of interest (EOI) form
- Joint application form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Canadian SME participants must be registered NRC IRAP clients
Eligible expenses
- Eligible activity costs
Selection criteria
- Preference may be given to SME applicants with a minimum of 10 full-time equivalent employees.
- Preference may be given to SME applicants that have commercialized 1 or more products domestically or internationally.
- Preference may be given to SME applicants with greater than $500,000 CAD in annual revenue.
- Preference may be given to SME applicants with experience in the Japanese market.
How to apply
- Register online using the Register button at the end of the page.
- Submit an expression of interest (EOI) form outlining basic information on the applicant, the proposed solution, and how the solution addresses one of the areas of interest or challenges.
- Work with Japanese MNEs to complete and submit the collaborative proof of concept (PoC) implementation plan.
- Work with the NRC IRAP representative to prepare the NRC IRAP funding proposal and contribution agreement.
Processing and Agreement
- NRC IRAP reviews registrations and may contact applicants if more information is required.
- EOIs are evaluated by the applicant's NRC IRAP representative, the NRC IRAP International Office, and Japan's Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute (ATR).
- Only qualifying applicants are introduced to Japanese MNEs and invited to submit a collaborative proof of concept implementation plan.
- PoC implementation plans are shared between NRC IRAP and ATR to jointly select the collaborative projects invited to the funding agreement phase.
- Canadian applicants work with their NRC IRAP representative to prepare an NRC IRAP funding proposal and contribution agreement.
Additional information
- This page is archived and will not be updated.
- If no Register button is visible below the line, the call for proposals has closed.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 Program
What is the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022?
Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 supports Canadian SMEs through collaborative proof of concept work with Japanese partners, with up to 50% reimbursement. Selected projects can receive up to $75,000, and eligible work targets agriculture, automation, healthcare, and drone challenges such as frost mitigation and warehouse robotics.
How much funding can be received?
Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 program?
To be eligible for the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 program, you must:
Canadian incorporated, profit-oriented small or medium-sized businesses
500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
Businesses committed to innovative technology development and Japanese market expansion
What expenses are eligible under Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022?
Collaborative proof of concept (PoC) implementation plans with Japanese partners for challenges in agriculture, automation, healthcare, and drones.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at IRAP.International.PARI@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-994-4727.
Where is the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 available?
The Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada-Japan partnership development program with Japanese multinational enterprises – Fall 2022 is a Grant and Funding