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Critical Battery Materials Initiative
Battery materials innovation and collaboration support
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Critical Battery Materials Initiative supports eligible collaborators, including industry small and medium-sized enterprises with complementary expertise, to advance critical battery materials innovation for the Canadian battery supply chain. Funding may contribute to collaborative R&D and equipment needed for research in fundamental areas, with an emphasis on pre-commercial or commercial use of R&D outputs.
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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
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative R&D.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible collaborators who offer complementary expertise.
- Industry small and medium-sized enterprises with the capacity to incorporate R&D outputs in pre-commercial or commercial stages.
Eligible expenses
- Contributions to collaborative R&D.
- Equipment needed for research in fundamental areas.
Additional information
- Targeted industries include critical mineral processors, active materials producers, advanced materials manufacturers, battery manufacturers and recyclers, and battery chemistry innovators.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Critical Battery Materials Initiative Program
What is the Critical Battery Materials Initiative?
The Critical Battery Materials Initiative supports eligible collaborators, including industry small and medium-sized enterprises with complementary expertise, to advance critical battery materials innovation for the Canadian battery supply chain. Funding may contribute to collaborative R&D and equipment needed for research in fundamental areas, with an emphasis on pre-commercial or commercial use of R&D outputs.
Who is eligible for the Critical Battery Materials Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Critical Battery Materials Initiative program, you must:
Eligible collaborators must offer complementary expertise.
Industry small and medium-sized enterprises must have the capacity to incorporate R&D outputs in pre-commercial or commercial stages.
Who can I contact for more information about the Critical Battery Materials Initiative?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at CBMI.Info.IMCB@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Critical Battery Materials Initiative available?
The Critical Battery Materials Initiative program is available across Canada.
Is the Critical Battery Materials Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Critical Battery Materials Initiative is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Critical Battery Materials Initiative?
Critical Battery Materials Initiative is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)