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IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development

CUAS concept funding for advanced drone countermeasures
Department of National Defence (DND)
Government of Canada
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 15, 2024
Location
Ottawa, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada

Overview

Funding of up to $500,000 is available for CUAS concept development over up to 9 months, with possible additional funding of up to $2 million. The program supports solutions that can detect and/or defeat micro and mini UAS and integrate with broader military command and control systems.
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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 : 500,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 15, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Public administration
Location
  • Ottawa
  • Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Development of CUAS concepts to detect and/or defeat micro and mini UAS.
  • Solutions designed to integrate with broader military command and control systems.
  • Development toward a demonstration-ready solution.

Documents Needed

  • Concept Development Project Proposal Form
  • Concept Development Solution Technical Description Form
  • Concept Development Budget and Eligible Expenditures Form
  • Concept Development Proposal Overview

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian universities and educational institutions
  • Canadian incorporated not-for-profit organizations or associations
  • Canadian incorporated for-profit companies, organizations or associations
  • Provincial, territorial, or municipal government organizations
  • International applicants with a valid Canadian legal entity

Who is not eligible

  • Federal crown corporations
  • Provincial crown corporations

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Classified proposals.

Processing and Agreement

  • Proposals are reviewed through a multi-stage process.
  • DND/CAF may select one, multiple, or no proposals.
  • Successful applicants are invited to sign a Contribution Agreement.
  • Only selected projects move into Phase 1, with possible later transition to Phase 2.

Additional information

  • Applicants may submit more than one proposal if each is standalone.
  • Classified proposals will not be accepted.
  • Foreign companies may apply if they meet the Canadian legal entity requirement.
  • More than 50% of eligible costs cannot be incurred outside Canada.

Documents and links

IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development

Contacts

DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development. 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 — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development?

Funding of up to $500,000 is available for CUAS concept development over up to 9 months, with possible additional funding of up to $2 million. The program supports solutions that can detect and/or defeat micro and mini UAS and integrate with broader military command and control systems.

How much funding can be received?

IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development program?

To be eligible for the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development program, you must: Canadian legal entity CUAS concept for micro or mini UAS Higher TRL development

What expenses are eligible under IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development?

Development of CUAS concepts to detect and/or defeat micro and mini UAS. Solutions designed to integrate with broader military command and control systems. Development toward a demonstration-ready solution.

Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development?

You can contact Department of National Defence (DND) by email at DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca or by phone at none.

Where is the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development available?

The IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.

Is the IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?

IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development is a Grant and Funding

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