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IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption
Funding for defence autonomy research and adoption
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,750,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
IDEaS supports research on autonomous systems for defence and security, with a focus on trust and barriers to adoption. The program funds multidisciplinary micro-net research projects and related innovation activities, with a maximum of $3 million per proposal.
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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 team skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,750,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research on trust in autonomous systems.
- Research on barriers to adoption and integration of autonomous systems.
- Human-machine teaming and joint cognitive systems research.
- Robustness and reliability studies in degraded environments.
- Adoption strategies for defence and security applications.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities
- Academic institutions
- Industry partners
- Other collaborating organizations
Who is not eligible
- Federal government departments and agencies
- Federal Crown corporations
Eligible expenses
- Research and collaboration costs.
- Knowledge transfer and publication-related costs.
- Training and development of highly qualified personnel.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are reviewed by subject matter experts.
- Applicants are informed whether their proposal may receive funding.
- Selected innovators may interact with MDN and CAF experts.
- Funding decisions do not guarantee future acquisition or further action.
Additional information
- The program supports both technological and non-technological solutions when appropriate.
- Proposals are expected to align with Technology Readiness Levels 1 to 6.
- IDEaS is not open to unsolicited proposals for some elements.
- Applicants may receive feedback from defence experts during the process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption?
IDEaS supports research on autonomous systems for defence and security, with a focus on trust and barriers to adoption. The program funds multidisciplinary micro-net research projects and related innovation activities, with a maximum of $3 million per proposal.
How much funding can be received?
IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption Funds up to $6,750,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption program?
To be eligible for the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption program, you must:
Multidisciplinary team
At least 3 organizations
Autonomous systems research
What expenses are eligible under IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption?
Research on trust in autonomous systems.
Research on barriers to adoption and integration of autonomous systems.
Human-machine teaming and joint cognitive systems research.
Robustness and reliability studies in degraded environments.
Adoption strategies for defence and security applications.
Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption available?
The IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption program is available across Canada.
Is the IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS — Autonomous Systems for Defence and Security: Trust and Barriers to Adoption is a Researchers And Facilities