How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $600000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Collaborative research and development projects?

Collaborative research and development projects is funded by Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), Government of Canada

Collaborative research and development projects

Q: What are Collaborative research and development projects's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be an incorporated, profit-oriented small or medium-sized enterprise with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees. The applicant must be ready to collaborate with a foreign partner in one of the specified countries: Brazil, China, India, Israel, South Korea, or Taiwan. The applicant must seek to commercialize new or improved products, services, or processes.

Last Update: January 24, 2025

Canada

Canadian SMEs R&D collaboration with foreign entities funding program

Collaborative research and development projects at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $600,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : June 19, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Health care and social assistance

Grant Providers

Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
Government of Canada

Status

Open

Overview of the Collaborative research and development projects program

We help Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage in collaborative research and development (R&D) projects with a foreign entity. The funding is available is countries like Brazil, Israel, China, South Korea and India.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant allows eligible Canadian SMEs to receive significant financial support for their collaborative R&D projects with a foreign partner, fostering innovation and market expansion.

Co-financing of up to 50% of eligible costs.
Maximum funding cap of $600,000 per approved project.
Funding covers salary costs, contractors' fees, and reasonable travel costs.

Eligible projects & activities

The grant supports collaborative research and development projects to advance commercialization of technologies in international markets. Eligible projects emphasize technological advancement through adaptation, validation, and co-development.

Projects that adapt already commercialized products to access new foreign or Canadian markets.
New product projects requiring technical and business validation from early adopter customers.
Projects involving the co-development of new products, services, or processes with uncertain commercialization paths.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Adapt existing software to integrate blockchain technology for supply chain management

$ 425,000

Co-develop a biomedical device for cancer detection with Indian researchers

$ 350,000

Adapt a telemedicine platform for rural healthcare with South Korean expertise

$ 250,000

Develop and validate a new AI algorithm for financial fraud detection

$ 375,000

Co-develop a renewable energy storage solution with a Brazilian company

$ 300,000

Validate a new drone-based survey technology with a Chinese partner

Eligibility criteria of the Collaborative research and development projects program

This program is intended for Canadian SMEs that fulfill specific criteria to ensure their capacity and readiness for collaborative R&D projects.

The company must be incorporated and profit-oriented, classified as a small or medium-sized enterprise.
The company should have up to 500 full-time equivalent employees.
The company must be prepared to collaborate with a foreign partner in the identified markets of Brazil, China, India, Israel, South Korea, or Taiwan.
The company should aim to commercialize new or improved products, services, or processes.
The company must possess sufficient resources to aggressively enter a new market.
The company should have a world-class, distinguishable, and protectable technology, which may already be commercialized in Canada.

Who is eligible?

This program is for Canadian companies that:- are incorporated, profit-oriented, small and medium-sized enterprises, with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees,- are ready to collaborate with a foreign partner in one of the countries listed (Brazil, China, India, Israel, South Korea, Taiwan),- are seeking to commercialize new or improved products, services, or processes,- have sufficient resources to make a serious new market entry push,- have world-class, distinguishable, and protectable technology which may already be commercialized in Canada.

Who is not eligible

This grant is tailored for specific Canadian SMEs that meet certain criteria, primarily focusing on technological innovation and collaboration. While there are eligibility standards defined, specific exclusions are not detailed in terms of industry or company status outside of the positive criteria listed.

Eligible expenses

This grant is designed to support R&D projects that are nearing commercialization and involve collaboration between Canadian SMEs and foreign partners. The focus is on developing, adapting, or validating innovative technologies for new market opportunities.

Technology adaptation: Modifying commercialized products to enter a new market.
Technology validation: Testing and validating new, yet-to-be commercialized products with early adopters.
Technology co-development: Jointly creating innovative products, services, or processes with uncertain paths to market.

Eligible geographic areas

This funding initiative is specifically tailored for Canadian SMEs that are eager to enter international markets through research collaborations. The grant focuses on facilitating partnerships with entities in key global regions.

Brazil
China
India
Israel
South Korea
Taiwan

Eligibility criteria of the Collaborative research and development projects program

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant rely on specific criteria; however, the detailed criteria and allocated point scores are not provided in the context.

How to apply to the Collaborative research and development projects program

Choose a Call for Proposal (CFP)

Review the available CFPs in target markets that align with your project goals and collaboration interests.
Ensure the CFP is open for submissions and fits the project’s sector, such as advanced manufacturing, clean technologies, or digital technologies.

Initiate Collaboration

Identify and establish a partnership with a foreign entity in one of the eligible markets like India, South Korea, or Israel.
Ensure your partner is committed and eligible to collaborate under the program’s guidelines.

Develop Project Proposal

Create a detailed project proposal outlining the objectives, methods, and expected outcomes of the R&D project.
Highlight the innovative aspects and the path to commercialization, including market entry strategies.
Include a budget, outlining the estimated costs and requested funding.

Prepare Supporting Documents

Gather necessary documents such as business validation reports, letters of support from partners, and proof of eligibility.
Ensure all documentation adheres to the guidelines provided in the CFP.

Submit Application

Access the online application portal through the Global Affairs Canada website.
Complete the online application form with accurate details and upload all supporting documents.
Review the application to ensure all information is correct and all required fields are completed.
Submit the application before the specified deadline to ensure eligibility.

Receive Confirmation

Receive an automated confirmation email acknowledging receipt of your application.
Take note of the application reference number for future correspondence or inquiries.

Additional information

Collaborative industrial research and development projects are designed to support Canadian SMEs engaging in R&D collaborations with foreign entities, offering funding up to 50% of eligible costs with a maximum of $600,000. The program focuses on projects near commercialization and requires applicants to have a partnership with entities in specific countries and readiness to enter new markets.

Eligible expenses include salary costs, contractors' fees, and reasonable travel costs.
Applications are submitted during specific calls for proposals (CFPs) targeting different markets with varying deadlines.
The program covers specific sectors like advanced manufacturing, clean technologies, digital technologies, health and bio-sciences, and more, depending on the target market.
Upcoming CFP: Canada-India 2024-25, targeting sectors including advanced manufacturing, clean and green technologies, digital technologies, health and bio-sciences, food and agriculture technologies, smart infrastructure.
Previous CFPs were closed for markets such as South Korea, Israel, and Brazil.
Canadian SMEs should have a world-class, distinguishable, and protectable technology, which may already be commercialized in Canada.
Eligibility requires the company to be incorporated, profit-oriented, and have up to 500 full-time equivalent employees.
Applicants must subscribe to the CIIP mailing list for updates on partnership development activities.
Contact Email: innovation@international.gc.ca
Page last modified on May 9, 2024.

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