How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $1500000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses?

CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses is funded by Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)

What are CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses's eligibility criterias?

The main enterprise must lead the project and can be a small/medium enterprise (SME) with less than 250 employees or a large enterprise (GE) with 250 employees or more. The project requires participation from at least one industrial company or association, and GEs can participate in SME projects if they provide significant economic benefits to the SME. Companies with 25 or more employees must provide a francization certificate or equivalent documentation when doing business in Quebec.

CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses

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QC, Canada

Innovative support for bioproducts and bioprocesses development

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services

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Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)

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The CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and Bioprocesses grant aims to enhance environmental innovation in Quebec through the development of sustainable bioproducts and bioprocesses, offering a maximum funding of $500,000 per year. Eligible activities include the transformation of renewable resources into bioproduits agricoles, bioenergies, bioplastics, and other innovative materials reducing carbon footprints.

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Industrial contribution for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is at least 20% in dollars, with CRIBIQ contributing a maximum of 40% and other public contributions making up the remaining 40%.
For large enterprises (LE), a minimum of 40% contribution is required, of which up to 50% can be in-kind, with CRIBIQ contributing a maximum of 20% in dollars and other public contributions at 40%.
A large enterprise can be involved in an SME project provided the project is mainly run by the SME and provides significant economic benefits to the SME.
Projects must involve at least one industrial enterprise or association.
For projects involving multiple enterprises, the majority enterprise’s contribution cannot exceed 80% of the industrial contribution.
Industrial contributions cannot be derived from government aid.
International enterprises can participate as secondary companies, with contributions regarded the same as those from Quebec enterprises.
The maximum grant amount is $500,000 per year, up to $1,500,000 over three years, including Indirect Costs of Research (ICR) from the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy (MEIE).
This program is contingent on funding from the MEIE, and grants cannot be guaranteed.
The criteria for subvention and other financing modalities can change without prior notice.

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Research and development of agricultural and forest bioproducts.
Advancement in bioenergies and biofuels.
Creation of high-value-added molecules.
Progress in synthetic biology.
Fine-tuning precision fermentation techniques.
Treatment and mitigation of persistent pollutants.
Development of cosmeceuticals.
Valuation and enhancement of residual materials.
Innovation in biomaterials.

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$ 48,000

Expanding local artisan markets to improve reach

$ 40,000

Developing a fitness program for seniors' well-being

$ 35,000

Developing a sustainable urban community garden initiative

$ 85,000

Launching a tech incubator for early-stage startups

$ 65,000

Innovative recycling program to reduce urban waste

$ 55,000

Creating an Indigenous arts and culture exhibition

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The project must involve at least one industrial company or association.
For projects involving multiple companies, the major company's contribution to the industrial contribution cannot exceed 80%.
Contributions from industrial participants cannot originate from governmental aid.
Non-Quebec industrial participants are eligible as the second company on the project.
Companies with 25 or more employees must provide a francization certificate or equivalent document.
Companies operating in Quebec must maintain a website in French.
The maximum grant subsidy is $500,000 per year, with a maximum total of $1,500,000 over three years, subject to budgetary adjustments by the ministry.

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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Large enterprises
Enterprises that utilize biomass from plant, animal, aquatic, microbial, or residual sources
Industries involved in bioenergy (solid, liquid, or gaseous biofuels)
Industries specializing in bio-based chemicals (chemical intermediates, extractives, biosolvents, biosurfactants, bioadhesives, bio-based inks, biopesticides, etc.)
Industries focusing on bio-based materials (bioplastics, biocomposites, biopolymers, etc.)

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Salaries and benefits, excluding those of university professors currently paid by their institution or a government funding agency, and those of college teachers released for project-related activities.
Scholarships for students or postdoctoral trainees, with at least 20% of the budget allocated to student training.
Materials (including small laboratory equipment), consumables, and supplies, but excluding capital equipment expenses.
Purchase or rental of equipment, limited to a maximum of 25% of total eligible expenses, not exceeding $25,000 (pre-tax) per equipment item.
Animal care and platform fees.
Travel and accommodation expenses as per the Quebec Treasury Board standards.
Management and operational fees for intellectual property (IP).
Professional fees related to contracts or subcontracting incurred by a QBIC, justified and limited to a maximum of 10% of the total budget, not exceeding $25,000 and must adhere to the public contracts law.
Management fees by CRIBIQ, representing 5% of the total project cost, taxes additional.

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Companies operating in Quebec, Canada.

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Caractère innovant ou perspectives d’innovation par rapport à l’état de l’art (critère éliminatoire).
Adéquation entre les expertises scientifiques et les besoins des entreprises impliquées dans le projet (critère éliminatoire).
Potentiel de retombées pour chacun des partenaires industriels impliqués.
Collaboration et rôle actif des partenaires industriels.
Qualité scientifique du projet.
Niveau d’excellence ou d’expertise des équipes académiques impliquées versus la réalisation du projet.
Faisabilité scientifique ou technique du projet.
Structuration du projet, rigueur de définition des étapes et des livrables, et identification des jalons.
Potentiel d’utilisation ou d’intégration des résultats du projet par les industriels impliqués dans le projet.
Perspectives d’applications économiques et commerciales ou d’avantages concurrentiels.
Réalité du calendrier.
Justification du montage financier versus les dépenses.
Formation de personnel qualifié (étudiants gradués, postdoc, techniciens, stagiaires, etc.), implication du personnel en transfert technologique.

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Step 1: Download and Review GuidelinesVisit the CRIBIQ website to download the guide for applicants.
Review the program objectives and funding modalities.
Understand the eligibility criteria and evaluation process.
Step 2: Prepare Letter of IntentPrepare a Letter of Intent highlighting the innovative aspects of your project aligning with CRIBIQ's focus areas.
Ensure inclusion of company and project details as per guidelines.
Submit the Letter of Intent by May 14, 2025.
Step 3: Wait for Eligibility ConfirmationContact Jean Philippe Chenel for eligibility validation before proceeding to detailed application.
Step 4: Detailed Application PreparationDraft a comprehensive project proposal detailing objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
Include financial projections, partner roles, and detailed budget using the provided calculation grid.
Gather all required supporting documents.
Step 5: Submit Detailed ApplicationSubmit the complete application with all necessary documents by July 11, 2025.
Confirm membership status with CRIBIQ at the time of submission.

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Membership in CRIBIQ is required at the time of submission of the Detailed Application.
Funding from the Ministry of Economy and Innovation (MEIE) influences the availability of the grant.
No guarantee of grant approval is provided; terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
Membership fees must be paid by the partner organizations involved in the project.
The industrial contribution must not originate from any government assistance.
Quebec industrialists' contributions to indirect research costs are acknowledged as eligible expenses akin to those made by Quebec-based companies.
A French-language website is mandatory for companies operating in Quebec.