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IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority
Research funding for 5G defence capabilities
Offered by
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Deadline
October 22, 2025
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Up to $1,000,000 is available for up to four years to create a research micro-network led by a Canadian university. The program supports defence and security research on 5G capabilities and concepts, including architectures, assured performance and security, and applications and sensors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario, Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing a research micro-network.
- Advancing 5G research for defence and security applications.
- Working on architectures, assured performance and security, and applications and sensors.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- A Canadian university.
Who is not eligible
- Federal crown corporations
- Provincial crown corporations
Eligible expenses
- Development of the proposed solution.
- Prototype building and validation.
Selection criteria
- Ability to provide near-real-time analysis and visualization.
- Ability to support spectrum deconfliction and decision-making.
- Open-architecture design for interoperability and integration.
- Capability to analyze data across radio frequency, infrared, and visual bands.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the call for proposals
- Consult the Solicitation Guide on CanadaBuys.
- Step 2: Prepare the submission
- Develop the proposal according to the challenge requirements.
- Step 3: Submit through the new IDEaS portal
- Use the CanadaBuys process and the portal for submissions.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are reviewed by subject matter experts.
- Applicants are informed whether their proposal may receive funding.
- Funded solutions are assessed during the funding period and at the end of each component.
- Some solutions may be considered for further IDEaS funding or other program elements.
Additional information
- IDEaS uses phased funding based on technology readiness level.
- Solutions may be considered for further IDEaS funding stages if they progress appropriately.
- Applicants should consult the call for proposals document for detailed requirements.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority Program
What is the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority?
Up to $1,000,000 is available for up to four years to create a research micro-network led by a Canadian university. The program supports defence and security research on 5G capabilities and concepts, including architectures, assured performance and security, and applications and sensors.
How much funding can be received?
IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority program?
To be eligible for the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority program, you must:
The proposal must be led by a Canadian university.
The proposal must include a multidisciplinary team.
The proposal must include partners from at least three eligible organizations or institutions.
What expenses are eligible under IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority?
Developing a research micro-network.
Advancing 5G research for defence and security applications.
Working on architectures, assured performance and security, and applications and sensors.
Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority available?
The IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority program is available the province of Ontario, Quebec.
Is the IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS - Code meets combat: Architecting the future of electromagnetic spectrum superiority is a Partnering and Collaboration