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Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted)
Support for small-scale natural resources research
Last Update: April 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports small-scale research to advance innovation and sustainable development in natural resources. It funds projects that improve techniques, technology, understanding, and protection of natural resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Small-scale research in the natural resources sectors.
- Projects that develop new and more efficient techniques or technology for sustainable development.
- Projects that improve protection, understanding, or knowledge of natural resources.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals.
- For-profit organizations.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Universities and academic institutions.
- Co-operatives.
- Indigenous groups.
- Foreign, provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments and their departments and agencies, where applicable.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- International.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are considered in the context of evaluations of the related program.
- No mandatory evaluation requirement is stated for this program.
Additional information
- It is a contribution program.
- The program is ongoing.
- Planned spending in 2018-19 was $1,070,000.
- Projects may be considered within the evaluation of the broader program they align with.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted)?
This program supports small-scale research to advance innovation and sustainable development in natural resources. It funds projects that improve techniques, technology, understanding, and protection of natural resources.
Who is eligible for the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) program?
To be eligible for the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) program, you must:
Must be an eligible recipient group.
Project must support natural resources research.
Project must align with program objectives.
What expenses are eligible under Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted)?
Small-scale research in the natural resources sectors.
Projects that develop new and more efficient techniques or technology for sustainable development.
Projects that improve protection, understanding, or knowledge of natural resources.
Who can I contact for more information about the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted)?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
Where is the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) available?
The Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) program is available across Canada.
Is the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted)?
Contributions in support of Small Scale Research (voted) is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)