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CRIAQ International
Supports international collaborative aerospace R&D commercialization projects
Latest source updateLast Update: April 3, 2026Latest change: The CRIAQ International call for projects is now marked as closed, changing from an open grant to one no longer accepting applications.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 3, 2026
Latest change: The CRIAQ International call for projects is now marked as closed, changing from an open grant to one no longer accepting applications.
CRIAQ International Call Now Closed
The CRIAQ International program page has been updated to show that the call for projects is now closed. A prominent notice states "This call is closed" with an invitation to subscribe to the CRIAQ newsletter for updates on future calls and initiatives. All core grant content including eligibility criteria, financing terms, and contact information remains unchanged. Applicants should note the program is not currently accepting new submissions and should monitor for future call openings.
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Deadline
September 11, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
CRIAQ International supports collaborative R&D projects with commercialization potential for product or process technologies. It is open to Québec SMEs, Québec research organizations, and international industrial or research partners, with partner networks available to help identify collaborators in targeted countries.
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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 strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative R&D projects with international partners that are intended to lead to the commercialization of new or improved product technologies.
- Collaborative R&D projects with international partners that are intended to lead to the commercialization of new or improved process technologies.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec-based small and medium-sized industrial enterprises (SMEs)
- International industrial companies (as project partners)
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec (for the Québec SME industrial partner and Québec-based research organization, and for eligible activities carried out in Québec).
Additional information
- CRIAQ and Espace Aéro networks can be leveraged to help identify and qualify potential partners in targeted international collaboration countries.
- Participants can benefit from guidance and support throughout the process.
- The program offers opportunities to take part in networking and development missions to increase visibility.
- CRIAQ’s project portfolio team can support the setup of a national (Québec) project agreement and, on a case-by-case basis, help guide the ratification of an international agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CRIAQ International Program
What is the CRIAQ International?
CRIAQ International supports collaborative R&D projects with commercialization potential for product or process technologies. It is open to Québec SMEs, Québec research organizations, and international industrial or research partners, with partner networks available to help identify collaborators in targeted countries.
How much funding can be received?
CRIAQ International Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CRIAQ International program?
To be eligible for the CRIAQ International program, you must:
At least 1 Québec SME industrial partner.
At least 1 Québec research organization.
At least 1 international industrial or research partner.
What expenses are eligible under CRIAQ International?
Collaborative R&D projects with international partners that are intended to lead to the commercialization of new or improved product technologies.
Collaborative R&D projects with international partners that are intended to lead to the commercialization of new or improved process technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the CRIAQ International?
You can contact Consortium for Research and Innovation in Aerospace in Quebec (CRIAQ) by email at nicolas.dodane@criaq.aero or by phone at none.
Where is the CRIAQ International available?
The CRIAQ International program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CRIAQ International a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CRIAQ International is a Partnering and Collaboration