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IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems
Quantum solutions for synchronized radar systems
Last Update: May 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 22, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
This IDEaS challenge supports quantum optics solutions for precise synchronization in next-generation multistatic radar systems. Funding is available for solution development, design, and prototype validation, up to $5 million depending on Technology Readiness Level.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 22, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
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
- Development of quantum optics-based synchronization solutions for netted radar systems.
- Design of fiber-networked phase and time synchronization approaches.
- Build and validation of prototype solutions in different environments.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals.
- Academic institutions.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Provincial, territorial, or municipal government organizations.
- Industry organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Federal crown corporations.
- Provincial crown corporations.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed under the challenge solicitation process.
- Proposals are assessed according to the program’s stated challenge requirements.
- Successful solutions may advance to the next funding stage if they reach the appropriate TRL.
Additional information
- Solutions may move to the next funding stage if they advance to the appropriate Technology Readiness Level.
- IDEaS is transitioning to a new portal for receiving submissions.
- Applicants should consult the Solicitation Guide on CanadaBuys to apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems. 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 — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems?
This IDEaS challenge supports quantum optics solutions for precise synchronization in next-generation multistatic radar systems. Funding is available for solution development, design, and prototype validation, up to $5 million depending on Technology Readiness Level.
How much funding can be received?
IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems program?
To be eligible for the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems program, you must:
Must address radar synchronization.
Must use quantum or optical timing.
Must meet technical performance targets.
What expenses are eligible under IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems?
Development of quantum optics-based synchronization solutions for netted radar systems.
Design of fiber-networked phase and time synchronization approaches.
Build and validation of prototype solutions in different environments.
Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems available?
The IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems program is available across Canada.
Is the IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS — Beyond GPS: Quantum solutions for next generation multistatic radar systems is a Grant and Funding