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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports Québec companies developing innovative technological solutions for government and public body needs, with funding of up to CAD 500,000 per project. It focuses on planning, development, upgrading, testing, and impact measurement for electric and smart transportation solutions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development and implementation of innovative technological solutions and services.
- Testing of solutions in real-life settings with government departments or public bodies.
- Innovation projects in electric and smart transportation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Québec companies.
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Eligible expenses
- Planning, development, and upgrading of the innovation project.
- Testing and implementation of the solution in real-life settings.
- Impact measurement and documentation of the technology’s benefits.
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec.
Additional information
- The program supports Québec businesses, especially SMEs.
- Selected companies can test their solutions in real-life settings.
- It is linked to specific needs from government departments and public bodies.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Défis Innovation Québec Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Défis Innovation Québec. 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 Défis Innovation Québec?
This program supports Québec companies developing innovative technological solutions for government and public body needs, with funding of up to CAD 500,000 per project. It focuses on planning, development, upgrading, testing, and impact measurement for electric and smart transportation solutions.
How much funding can be received?
Défis Innovation Québec Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Défis Innovation Québec program?
To be eligible for the Défis Innovation Québec program, you must:
Québec company.
Addresses a public-sector need.
Innovative transport solution.
What expenses are eligible under Défis Innovation Québec?
Development and implementation of innovative technological solutions and services.
Testing of solutions in real-life settings with government departments or public bodies.
Innovation projects in electric and smart transportation.
Where is the Défis Innovation Québec available?
The Défis Innovation Québec program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Défis Innovation Québec a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Défis Innovation Québec is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Défis Innovation Québec?
Défis Innovation Québec is funded by Propulsion Quebec