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Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations - Canada
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Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations

Battery cells for Arctic aviation propulsion
Offered by
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Official source: ised-isde.canada.ca
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
July 2, 2026
Opened June 4, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Canadian small and medium businesses.

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Overview

Innovative Solutions Canada’s Challenge Stream supports Canadian small and medium-sized businesses developing battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations at TRL 5 to 9. The challenge seeks prototype-ready solutions for integration into aviation-optimized battery modules or packs in remote, extreme cold-weather conditions.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 499 employees maximum
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Conduct research and development on the proposed solution.
  • Develop a prototype addressing the challenge.
  • Build and test the prototype.

Documents Needed

  • Challenge Stream Submission Form

Official resources

Official page

High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations

Program guide

Challenge Stream - Phases 1 and 2

Challenge Stream for innovators

Glossary

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian small and medium businesses.
  • For-profit businesses.
  • Businesses incorporated in Canada, federally or provincially.
  • Businesses with 499 or fewer full-time equivalent (FTE) employees.
  • Businesses that conduct research and development activities in Canada.

Eligible expenses

  • Salary costs
  • Contractor's fees and sub-contracts
  • Travel costs in accordance with the National Joint Council Travel Directive
  • Reports and studies
  • Overhead (maximum amount of eligible costs is set at 15%), material cost, patenting costs, and capital costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Land acquisition, leasing land, buildings (acquisitions and leasing), renovation or construction, and other facilities, real estate fees and related costs
  • Financing charges, legal fees not linked to patenting, and loan interest payments
  • Any goods and services costs which are received through donations or in kind
  • Property taxes
  • Lobbyist fees

Selection criteria

  • Post-evaluation proposal selection will include priority for firms with a demonstrated track record of developing battery cells for commercial or defence clients.
  • For direct entry to Phase 2, proposals must achieve an overall minimum score of at least 65 of 130 possible total points.
  • Canada may consider proposals submitted by applicants signing the voluntary certification for Indigenous-owned companies or Black-owned businesses.
  • Canada may consider departmental and/or Government of Canada priorities, previous years’ investments, and the strength of individual proposals.
  • Canada may also consider similar initiatives being funded by the Department and/or Government of Canada, as well as project types and technology readiness levels.

How to apply

  • Complete a self-assessment against the Technology Readiness Scale to determine the next steps.
  • Create your profile and begin proposing solutions using the Propose a Solution button.
  • Submit the proposal using the Challenge Stream Submission Form.
  • If you cannot submit through the web-based system, contact the ISC Secretariat at solutions@ised-isde.gc.ca to arrange delivery before the Challenge Notice closing date and time.

Processing and Agreement

  • Proposals will be assessed in accordance with the entire requirement and the evaluation criteria.
  • Canada may request clarifications or verification, and failure to comply may result in the proposal being declared non-responsive and given no further consideration.
  • Proposals that meet all mandatory criteria proceed to Part 2; proposals that do not are non-responsive.
  • Responsive proposals may be placed in the Challenge Pool of Pre-Qualified Proposals, but placement does not guarantee selection or a grant.
  • The Phase 2 kick-off meeting, progress review meetings, and final review meeting will take place by telephone or videoconference.

Additional information

  • Challenge sponsor: National Research Council (NRC).
  • No travel is anticipated in Phase 2.
  • The Phase 2 kick-off meeting, progress review meetings, and final review meeting will take place by telephone or videoconference.

Contacts

solutions@ised-isde.gc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations Program

What is the Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations?

Innovative Solutions Canada’s Challenge Stream supports Canadian small and medium-sized businesses developing battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations at TRL 5 to 9. The challenge seeks prototype-ready solutions for integration into aviation-optimized battery modules or packs in remote, extreme cold-weather conditions.

How much funding can be received?

Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was July 2, 2026.

Who is eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations program?

To be eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations program, you must: For-profit business incorporated in Canada, federally or provincially. Small or medium-sized business with 499 or fewer full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. Research and development activities must take place in Canada, and the Canada-based wages, FTE employees, and senior executive requirements must be met.

What expenses are eligible under Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations?

Conduct research and development on the proposed solution. Develop a prototype addressing the challenge. Build and test the prototype.

Who can I contact for more information about the Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations?

You can contact Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) by email at solutions@ised-isde.gc.ca.

Where is the Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations available?

The Innovative Solutions Canada - High-performance battery cells for aviation electric propulsion in Arctic operations program is available across Canada.