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Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026
International disaster resilience innovation funding
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- Funding available
- $ 3,000,000
- Up to 85% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Canada
Overview
Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 supports international collaborative R&D&I projects in selected Eureka countries, including Austria, Belgium (Flanders), Chile, Lithuania, South Africa, Spain, Türkiye and Ukraine, to strengthen disaster preparedness, emergency response and post-disaster recovery. It backs innovative technologies, products, services or processes through development, adaptation, validation and scaling.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $3,000,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 85%
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Startups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Your project consortium must have at least one company.
- Projects must be led by entities capable of carrying out R&D and innovation activities.
- Civil society organisations, municipalities, emergency responders, hospitals, humanitarian actors and public authorities may participate where relevant.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- humanitarian relief distribution
- NGO-led field operations
- awareness campaigns
- training activities without technology development
- procurement of off-the-shelf equipment and standard reconstruction activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Austria
- Belgium (Flanders)
- Chile
- Lithuania
- South Africa
- Spain
- Türkiye
- Ukraine
Activities funded
- development, adaptation, validation and scaling of innovative technologies, products, services or processes
- new technologies, products, services or systems
- significant adaptations, re-engineering, or repurposing of existing technologies for disaster-related applications
- scalable solutions that can be piloted and commercially deployed after project completion
How to apply
- Contact your ministry or funding agency through Eureka’s website to discuss your project idea, finances, eligibility and procedures.
- Create an account on the application portal, one per consortium, and select the funding opportunity you want to apply to.
- Complete one application form per consortium in English and request that other partners fill out a partner form.
- Submit a GANTT chart, a signed co-signature form, and any other required attachments.
Documents Needed
- one application form per consortium in English
- partner form
- GANTT chart
- signed co-signature form
- any other required attachments
Selection criteria
- Impact
- Excellence
- Quality and efficiency of implementation
- Overall perception
Processing and Agreement
- Your application will be checked for completeness and eligibility before standard evaluation.
- If successful, your project will receive a Eureka label.
- Your country or region’s ministry or funding agency may conduct another evaluation performed by experts and based on national regulations.
- The final step is to complete and sign a consortium agreement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 Program
What is the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026?
Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 supports international collaborative R&D&I projects in selected Eureka countries, including Austria, Belgium (Flanders), Chile, Lithuania, South Africa, Spain, Türkiye and Ukraine, to strengthen disaster preparedness, emergency response and post-disaster recovery. It backs innovative technologies, products, services or processes through development, adaptation, validation and scaling.
How much funding can be received?
Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 Funds up to 85% of admissible expenses, capped at $3,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 program?
To be eligible for the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 program, you must:
Your project must be an international cooperative project.
Your project must target an innovative product, process or service for commercialisation.
Your consortium must include at least two independent legal entities from at least two participating countries, and no single organisation or country can be responsible for more than 70% of the project budget.
Who can I contact for more information about the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026?
You can contact Eureka Network (EUREKA) by email at innovacionempresarial@corfo.cl.
Where is the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 available?
The Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 program is available across Canada.
Is the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026?
Eureka call for disaster resilience, response and recovery projects – 2026 is funded by Eureka Network (EUREKA)