CED Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous stream
At a glance
- No Condition
- Unspecified
- All industries
- Government of Canada
- Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec supports businesses operating in the aerospace industry, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and not-for-profit organizations providing services to SMEs.
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the aerospace industry are eligible.
- Not-for-profit organizations supporting SMEs are eligible.
- Indigenous businesses and organizations can apply, with RDAs potentially covering up to 100% of project costs for projects involving Indigenous clients.
Who is eligible
Eligible applicants for the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec include businesses operating in the aerospace industry, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), not-for-profit organizations providing services to SMEs, and Indigenous businesses and organizations.
- Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Not-for-profit organizations providing services to SMEs
- Indigenous applicants
Who is not eligible
There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. These include:
- Companies not operating in the aerospace industry.
- Companies that do not fall under the category of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec include costs related to transitioning towards greener products, improving productivity, and enhancing commercialization in the aerospace industry. Eligible expenses may include, but are not limited to:
- Adoption and commercialization of clean tech products and services
- Advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0
- Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity
- Workforce and skills development
- Integration of new technologies in the value chain
Eligible projects & activities
The Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec supports projects that focus on transitioning to greener operations, improving productivity, and enhancing commercialization within the aerospace sector. Eligible activities include adopting environmentally sustainable practices, implementing advanced manufacturing techniques, and integrating new technologies into supply chains.
- Transition towards greener products and operations, such as adopting clean tech solutions
- Improving productivity through advanced manufacturing and skills development
- Enhancing commercialization and integration into supply chains with new technologies
Evaluation & selection criteria
Evaluation and selection criteria for this grant include:
- Contribution to greener products and operations or environmentally sustainable practices
- Generation of important economic benefits and promotion of business development
- Improvement of resilience and international competitiveness of the aerospace sector
- Enhancement of diversity and inclusion to address barriers faced by certain groups
- Support for digital adoption in the aerospace industry and enhanced cybersecurity
How to apply
- Step 1:
- Ensure your business or organization is eligible to apply for the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec grant.
- Verify that your project aligns with the objectives of the initiative, such as greening operations, improving productivity, or strengthening commercialization.
- Step 2:
- Gather all necessary documentation and information required for the application process, including project details, budget estimates, and supporting documents.
- Prepare a detailed project proposal outlining how your project will achieve the objectives of the grant and how the funds will be used.
- Step 3:
- Contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions to inquire about the availability of funds and the application process, if there are any additional requirements or specific deadlines.
- Submit your application as per the guidelines provided by the funding agency.
Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec Summary
The Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec is part of the REGI program aimed at supporting Canadian aerospace SMEs in emerging from the pandemic with enhanced global competitiveness. The initiative focuses on greening operations, improving productivity, and bolstering commercialization efforts within the aerospace sector.
Overview of the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec
The Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI) in Quebec is designed to assist small and medium-sized enterprises in the aerospace industry by providing financial support to help them adapt to the post-pandemic landscape and compete effectively on a global scale. With a total budget of $250 million over three years, the initiative prioritizes projects that contribute to greener practices, economic development, diversity and inclusion, and digital adoption.
Eligible applicants for the ARRI include SMEs in the aerospace sector as well as not-for-profit organizations supporting them. Indigenous businesses and organizations are also encouraged to apply, with RDAs able to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs in Indigenous-focused projects.
The initiative focuses on three main objectives:
- Greening Operations: Supporting the adoption of environmentally sustainable practices and technologies, such as clean tech products and services, to reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainability.
- Improving Productivity: Enhancing productivity through initiatives like advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0 technologies, workforce development, and skills training to scale up firms and drive innovation.
- Strengthening Commercialization: Promoting the integration of aerospace SMEs into supply chains by facilitating the commercialization of new technologies and fostering collaborations with startups.
Projects that align with these objectives and contribute to greener practices, economic growth in regions, diversity and inclusion, or digital transformation are given priority for funding. Financial support provided by the initiative is generally repayable for SMEs and non-repayable for not-for-profit organizations.
While specific costs may be eligible retroactively for up to 12 months before the project application date (with a start date no earlier than April 19, 2021), all funds allocated for the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative - Quebec have been disbursed, and new applications are no longer being accepted.
