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Class Grant and Contribution Program
Space science and technology support program
Latest source updateLast Update: August 1, 2026Latest change: The Secure Transatlantic Quantum Communications demonstration AO now shows an application deadline of Aug 5, 2026, and the FAQ response cutoff is July 29, 2026.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 1, 2026
Latest change: The Secure Transatlantic Quantum Communications demonstration AO now shows an application deadline of Aug 5, 2026, and the FAQ response cutoff is July 29, 2026.
Application deadline updated for Secure Transatlantic Quantum Communications demonstration
The Secure Transatlantic Quantum Communications demonstration AO now shows an applications deadline of Aug 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (ET) instead of July 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (ET). The FAQ response cutoff was also updated to July 29, 2026. Submission instructions otherwise remain the same, with no material change to eligibility, funding terms, or contact details.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Businesses, non-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and elementary and secondary schools.
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Overview
The Class Grant and Contribution Program supports research, awareness, and learning in space science and technology through Canadian Space Agency announcements of opportunity. Eligible recipients can include businesses, non-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, elementary and secondary schools, and Canadian citizens and permanent residents, depending on the opportunity.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses, non-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and elementary and secondary schools.
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
How to apply
- Funding is primarily allocated through announcements of opportunity posted on the CSA website.
- The announcements include an application form and instructions on how to apply.
- Unsolicited proposals may be submitted at any time and can be accepted on an exceptional basis at the CSA's discretion.
Processing and Agreement
- Service standards are established for acknowledgment of receipt of applications, proposal selection decisions, and issuance of payments.
- Compliance with the service standards is a shared responsibility between applicants and the CSA.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Class Grant and Contribution Program Program
What is the Class Grant and Contribution Program?
The Class Grant and Contribution Program supports research, awareness, and learning in space science and technology through Canadian Space Agency announcements of opportunity. Eligible recipients can include businesses, non-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, elementary and secondary schools, and Canadian citizens and permanent residents, depending on the opportunity.
Who is eligible for the Class Grant and Contribution Program program?
To be eligible for the Class Grant and Contribution Program program, you must:
Eligible recipients could be businesses, non-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, elementary and secondary schools, Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Who can I contact for more information about the Class Grant and Contribution Program?
You can contact Canadian Space Agency (CSA) by email at lecedessetc-thegandccoe@asc-csa.gc.ca.
Where is the Class Grant and Contribution Program available?
The Class Grant and Contribution Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Class Grant and Contribution Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Class Grant and Contribution Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Class Grant and Contribution Program?
Class Grant and Contribution Program is funded by Canadian Space Agency (CSA)