How much funding can be received?

Get up to $2 million in funding over three years to form a research network made up of multidisciplinary teams focused on artificial intelligence and machine learning to assist first responders in decision making.

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This grant is applicable to Canadian organizations, ensuring that funded activities predominantly occur within Canada. International collaborations are welcomed, but Canadian content must be prioritized.

Canadian universities and educational institutions chartered in Canada.
Canadian incorporated for-profit organizations.
Canadian incorporated not-for-profit organizations.
Canadian provincial, territorial, and municipal government organizations.

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$525,000

Developing a machine learning algorithm for police patrolling algorithms

$515,000

Research on data-driven disaster response strategies

$610,000

Creating a prototype for AI-enhanced emergency medical response

$660,000

Implementing AI-driven systems for fire department operations

$530,000

Designing AI-based predictive policing models

$637,000

Developing AI tools for optimizing disaster relief logistics

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the composition of multidisciplinary teams and the involvement of diverse organizations.

The Micro-net team must be composed of members from at least three separate eligible organizations and/or institutions.
Each proposal team must include one member from a Canadian Provincial, Territorial, or Municipal government organization.
Eligible Lead Applicants must be Canadian universities, Canadian incorporated for-profit or not-for-profit organizations, or Canadian provincial, territorial, and municipal government organizations.
Eligible partner organizations can also include international universities and educational institutions.
The Lead Applicant must be a senior scientific researcher from a Canadian eligible organization or institution and must act as the main contact point for the Micro-net.
Micro-net teams must include at least three researchers from three separate eligible organizations, one of which must be a Canadian PTM government organization.
Activities proposed must address the specific S&T challenge and should include diverse research and development activities and participation in scientific conferences.
All organizations involved must have the legal status necessary to enter into a funding agreement.

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This grant is eligible for multidisciplinary teams composed of researchers from at least three separate organizations or institutions, including a mandatory Canadian provincial, territorial, or municipal government organization.

Canadian universities and educational institutions chartered in Canada.
Canadian incorporated for-profit organizations.
Canadian incorporated not-for-profit organizations.
Canadian provincial, territorial, and municipal government organizations.

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The grant application guidelines do not specify any particular types of companies or industries that are explicitly ineligible. Therefore, there are no specific restrictions provided in the documentation regarding the ineligibility based on the status or main activity of the company.

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The eligible projects focus on research and development activities that enhance safety and security capabilities for first responders through advanced decision technologies. These projects aim to address specific Science & Technology (S&T) challenges outlined in the grant context.

Conceptual design and analysis for enhancing the strategic and operational capabilities of first responders.
Development and validation of proof of concept systems for improved data processing and decision-making.
Integration and testing of advanced analytic tools and AI-based systems.
Prototyping new solutions for situational awareness and emergency management.
Participation and presentations in scientific conferences related to safety and security technologies.

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The grant covers certain expenses deemed necessary for the successful execution of Micro-net project activities.

Stipends, salaries, and benefits for students, research assistants, and technical staff directly related to project activities.
Equipment acquisitions or rentals restricted to a maximum of $5,000 per acquisition and not exceeding 20% of total approved eligible costs.
Professional, scientific, and technical consultant services provided by third parties not affiliated with the Micro-net.
Laboratory analysis services.
Materials and supplies that qualify as expendable tangible property, have a useful life of 1 year or less, or cost less than $2,000.
Publication, outreach, and communication costs.
Travel expenses in accordance with the National Joint Council’s Travel Directive.
Administrative overhead costs, limited to 15% of the total approved eligible costs (before overhead).

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Step 1: Create CPC Connect Account
- If you don't have an account, register on the CPC Connect service by completing your personal profile on the Canada Post website.
Step 2: Request Connect Conversation
- Email DRDCCSS-RDDCCSS@forces.gc.ca with your CPC Connect email address to request a Connect conversation at least three business days before closing date.
- Wait for email notification from CPC to access the Connect conversation.
Step 3: Submit Letter of Intent (LOI)
- Complete the DND LOI form available through their platforms.
- Submit the LOI using CPC Connect before 2:00 pm Eastern Time on November 15, 2023.
Step 4: Await LOI Evaluation Results
- Wait 5 to 6 weeks after the LOI deadline for notification on submission status.
- Eligible applicants will be invited to submit Full Proposals.
Step 5: Prepare and Submit Full Proposal
- Upon invitation, prepare the Full Proposal using DND’s provided form.
- Submit the complete Full Proposal through CPC Connect by the specified deadline.
Step 6: Await Full Proposal Evaluation
- Wait 8 to 10 weeks after the Full Proposal deadline for selection notification.
Step 7: Contribution Agreement Process
- If selected, DND will invite you to enter a contribution agreement.
- Finalize agreement details regarding project funding and obligations.
Step 8: Confirmation and Reporting
- Upon agreement signature, manage funds and report progress as per DND requirements.

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Here are additional relevant details for the grant:

Initial recipients are responsible for the financial and administrative management of the micro-net funds according to the contribution agreement with DND.
Applicants can submit only one Letter of Intent, but members from eligible organizations can participate in multiple micro-nets with distinct project activities.
A Privacy Notice Statement ensures the confidentiality of submitted information under the Access to Information and Privacy Act.
Projects are subject to a final report requirement that comprehensively details project objectives, methodologies, outcomes, and recommendations.
The Technology Readiness Levels for projects must be between TRL 1 and TRL 6 at the time of selection.
A comprehensive communication plan is encouraged, with materials ideally provided in both English and French.
There are guidelines and auditing requirements around the use of intellectual property developed during the funded projects.