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Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals
Supports shared testing infrastructure for energy innovators
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened June 23, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Energy Innovation Program’s Innovation Ecosystem Facilitators call supports projects that strengthen Canada’s energy innovation ecosystem by financing enabling initiatives. It targets new, expanded, or modernized shared testing and validation facilities for energy innovators, while addressing unmet industry needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
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
- Create new testing facilities.
- Expand existing testing facilities.
- Modernize existing testing facilities.
- Provide shared testing and validation services to energy innovators.
Documents Needed
- Application form submitted through the applicant portal
- Project proposal or full project proposal, if invited
- Letters of contribution, using the required template
- Supporting documents required by the call guide
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian businesses
- Utilities
- Indigenous communities
- Other organizations involved in clean energy innovation
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- All provinces and territories
Selection criteria
- Submission timing may influence the order of priority for review and selection.
How to apply
- Fill out and submit your declaration of interest through the applicant portal.
- If invited, submit a full project proposal through the applicant portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted and reviewed continuously until all available program funding has been allocated.
- The selection process has two phases: a declaration of interest open to all eligible applicants and a full project proposal open only to invited applicants.
Additional information
- The call details, scope, and timing may change at NRCan’s sole discretion.
- The application process may vary from call to call.
- Applicants may receive updates and notifications through the applicant portal and by email.
- Letters of contribution must use the provided template to be considered.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals Program
What is the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals?
The Energy Innovation Program’s Innovation Ecosystem Facilitators call supports projects that strengthen Canada’s energy innovation ecosystem by financing enabling initiatives. It targets new, expanded, or modernized shared testing and validation facilities for energy innovators, while addressing unmet industry needs.
Who is eligible for the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals program?
To be eligible for the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals program, you must:
The project must create new testing facilities or expand and modernize existing ones.
The facilities must provide shared testing and validation services to energy innovators.
The project must respond to clear, unmet industry needs and avoid duplication where adequate capacity already exists.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals?
Create new testing facilities.
Expand existing testing facilities.
Modernize existing testing facilities.
Provide shared testing and validation services to energy innovators.
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at energyinnovation-innovationenergetique@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals available?
The Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals program is available across Canada.
Is the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals?
Energy Innovation Program — Testing Facilities Call for Proposals is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)