DRDC Defence Research Partnerships
Canada
Collaborate on defence research
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
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- Government of Canada
- Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC)
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Get the opportunity to collaborate in activities that support strategic objectives and develop new engagement mechanisms that will yield tangible defence research and technology to benefit all partners involved.
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Below are some project activities eligible for the grant:
- Research Trainee Matching Program application (RTMP)
- Joint Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (JPFP)
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$180,000
Vancouver
Establish a renewable energy research lab at a social economy enterprise
$120,000
Halifax
Implement a climate change resilience plan at an NPO
$150,000
Toronto
Initiate a nanoparticle research project at the University of Toronto, involving lab supplies and personnel
$200,000
Calgary
Develop an AI-powered agricultural monitoring system at an agri-tech startup
$250,000
Ottawa
Launch a cybersecurity research project partnering with a tech cooperative
$300,000
Montreal
Expand a biomedical research initiative focused on chronic disease at an NPO
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The eligibility criteria for this grant include:
- Being a recipient of an NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) award or completing an NSERC doctoral scholarship within the past twelve months.
- Individuals must apply through the Research Trainee Matching Program (RTMP) with specified requirements for application submission.
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There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Companies falling under the following categories are eligible:
- Small, medium, and large enterprises
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Industry associations
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Companies that do not align with the defence and security research objectives
- Companies that do not have the necessary expertise or capabilities to contribute to the research initiatives
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Eligible expenses for this grant may include:
- Research equipment
- Laboratory supplies
- Salaries for research personnel
- Travel related to the research project
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Department of National Defence (DND) Research Initiative grant.
- Alignment with priority research topics:
- Innovative approach and potential impact:
- Feasibility and methodology:
- Expertise and track record of the research team:
- Value for money and budget justification:
grant_single_labels|register
- Apply by email at DRDC.RDDC-NSERC.CRSNG.programs@forces.gc.ca
- Attach your resume and indicate your project(s) of interest
- Title your email following this format: NSERC RTMP application – Name of the Research Centre you are applying for – your first initial and last name
- DND will contact selected applicants to discuss potential opportunities
Apply to this program