
Energy Innovation Program — Battery Industry Acceleration
Last Update: September 9, 2025
Canada
Supports technologies accelerating Canada's battery value chain decarbonization
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Funds Providers
Program status
Closed
Overview
The Energy Innovation Program – Battery Industry Acceleration supported projects with a total funding request of $252.1 million to advance technologies that decarbonize and strengthen Canada’s battery value chain. The program aimed to foster innovation, enhance supply chain security, and boost competitiveness in the Canadian battery industry.
Activities funded
- Support for technologies that accelerate decarbonization within the battery value chain.
- Initiatives aimed at strengthening the security and competitiveness of Canada’s battery sector.
- Projects contributing to the development of innovative solutions for battery production and supply chain challenges.
- Efforts to enhance the network of Canadian battery innovators and foster the growth of world-class Canadian firms in the battery industry.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 2,200,000
Development of AI-driven battery management optimization software
$ 5,900,000
Pilot production line for solid-state lithium battery cells
$ 3,510,000
Eco-friendly recycling pilot for end-of-life EV battery modules
$ 1,200,000
Thermal management innovation for improved battery module lifespans
$ 700,000
Upskilling plant workers for automated battery assembly processes
$ 650,000
Feasibility study for domestic anode-grade graphite manufacturing
Eligibility
- The project must support technologies that accelerate the decarbonization, security, or competitiveness of the Canadian battery value chain.
- The project should contribute to the strengthening of Canada’s network of battery innovators and support the development of world-class Canadian firms in the battery sector.
Who is eligible?
- Canadian battery innovators
- Companies and organizations working within the Canadian battery value chain
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies established in Canada.
Additional information
- Results of funded projects from this call will be posted on the Current Investments page of NRCan.
- NRCan provides updates and news on future funding opportunities via an email list.
- Applicants can access resources, including a tutorial video, to better understand the program and its requirements.
- NRCan aims to respond to inquiries regarding the program within two business days during regular operations.
Contacts
energyinnovation-innovationenergetique@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
Canada
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