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Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment
Supports partnerships integrating genomics into agriculture, forestry, and environment solutions
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 150,000
Deadline
October 20, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Genomics Integration Program provides funding of up to $150,000 to support projects that establish proof of concept for tools, products, services, or processes using genomics or other omics sciences in sectors such as agriculture, biofood, forestry, and the environment. The program aims to foster partnerships between academic researchers and non-academic partners to drive the implementation, commercialization, or further development of innovative solutions addressing sector needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Establishing proof of concept for tools, products, services, or processes that incorporate genomics or other omics sciences.
- Developing solutions to address specific needs in sectors such as agriculture, biofood, forestry, environment, fisheries, energy, or mining (excluding human health).
- Facilitating the transfer of project results towards implementation or commercialization of genomics-based innovations.
- Supporting collaborative projects between academic research and non-academic partners aimed at applying omics technologies to real-world challenges.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private companies operating in eligible sectors
- Industrial consortia
- Nonprofit organizations
- Government agencies
Who is not eligible
- Projects related to human health are not eligible.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
How to apply
- Step 1: Create or Activate Submission Account
- Contact Génome Québec to obtain or activate your account for the application portal.
- Step 2: Access and Prepare Application Forms
- Download the required application forms and templates from the Génome Québec program webpage.
- Gather and complete all necessary documents, including the application form, budget template, and letters of support.
- Step 3: Complete Application Package
- Fill in the application form with detailed project information, collaborators, and funding details.
- Ensure all supporting documentation is included and adheres to program guidelines.
- Step 4: Submit Application via Portal
- Log into the Génome Québec application portal using your activated account.
- Upload the completed application package and all required attachments.
- Submit the application by the official deadline: October 20, 2025, 11:59 PM (ET).
- Step 5: Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Await confirmation of submission from Génome Québec.
- Direct any questions or requests for assistance to Integration@genomequebec.com.
Additional information
- Grant funds are disbursed exclusively to the academic partner.
- Each researcher may only submit one application as principal investigator per cycle.
- In-kind contributions are accepted if conducted in Quebec, with supporting letters required.
- Various program documents, including guidelines and templates, are provided for applicants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment Program
What is the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment?
The Genomics Integration Program provides funding of up to $150,000 to support projects that establish proof of concept for tools, products, services, or processes using genomics or other omics sciences in sectors such as agriculture, biofood, forestry, and the environment. The program aims to foster partnerships between academic researchers and non-academic partners to drive the implementation, commercialization, or further development of innovative solutions addressing sector needs.
How much funding can be received?
Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment program?
To be eligible for the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment program, you must:
Must be a non-academic partner (e.g., private company, industrial consortium, nonprofit, government agency) able to implement or commercialize results.
All organization sizes are eligible if capable of applying project results.
Project must address a clearly identified need of the non-academic partner.
What expenses are eligible under Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment?
Establishing proof of concept for tools, products, services, or processes that incorporate genomics or other omics sciences.
Developing solutions to address specific needs in sectors such as agriculture, biofood, forestry, environment, fisheries, energy, or mining (excluding human health).
Facilitating the transfer of project results towards implementation or commercialization of genomics-based innovations.
Supporting collaborative projects between academic research and non-academic partners aimed at applying omics technologies to real-world challenges.
Who can I contact for more information about the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment?
You can contact Génome Québec by email at Integration@genomequebec.com.
Where is the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment available?
The Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment is a Partnering and Collaboration