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CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals
Supports collaborative ICT and telecommunications R&D
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
November 10, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals supports collaborative ICT and telecommunications research and development projects, with funding available in Canada for eligible Canadian SMEs. It focuses on 5G/6G infrastructure technologies and 5G/6G use cases.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 500,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- 15 employees minimum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research and development projects in ICT and telecommunications.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible Canadian small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Who is not eligible
- Universities
- Research institutes
- Participants from other countries
Selection criteria
- Preference may be given to applicants with a minimum of 15 full-time equivalent employees.
- Preference may be given to applicants that have commercialized one or more products domestically or internationally.
- Preference may be given to applicants with greater than $500,000 CAD in annual revenue.
How to apply
- Register through CELTIC's online project portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Selected collaborative projects may receive funding from the participants' respective national funding bodies.
- Non-eligible project participants may participate on a self-funded basis or as sub-contractors to funded participants, according to each country's funding regulations.
Additional information
- This page is archived and will not be updated.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals Program
What is the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals?
CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals supports collaborative ICT and telecommunications research and development projects, with funding available in Canada for eligible Canadian SMEs. It focuses on 5G/6G infrastructure technologies and 5G/6G use cases.
Who is eligible for the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals program?
To be eligible for the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals program, you must:
Incorporated, profit-oriented SME in Canada
500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
Develops and commercializes innovative, technology-driven products, services or processes in Canada
What expenses are eligible under CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals?
Collaborative research and development projects in ICT and telecommunications.
Who can I contact for more information about the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at Kasturi.Narayanan@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-994-4727.
Where is the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals available?
The CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals program is available across Canada.
Is the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals?
CELTIC-NEXT—ICT and telecommunications Autumn 2023 call for proposals is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)