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Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit
Support for sustainable aviation fuel innovation
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,150,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 1, 2021
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This challenge supported the development of sustainable aviation fuel in Canada. It aimed to reduce aviation emissions and advance projects related to fuel affordability, availability, and commercial scale-up.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,150,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 1, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec
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 sustainable aviation fuel solutions.
- Demonstration of SAF production with commercial-scale potential.
- Cross-Canada flight using Canadian-produced SAF.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies developing sustainable aviation fuel solutions.
- Businesses working on aviation decarbonization technologies.
- Organizations involved in SAF production or related fuel innovation.
Eligible expenses
- Costs to refine the project idea.
- Costs related to industry networking and investment attraction.
- Costs linked to project scale-up preparation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed by an expert jury.
- Initial applications were narrowed to four finalists.
- Finalists competed for the grand prize.
- The challenge then selected a winning team.
Additional information
- This was a challenge-based program and is now closed.
- The Green Aviation Fuels Innovation competition had an initial application round followed by finalist selection.
- The Cross-Canada Flight Competition closed on January 1, 2021, with no prize awarded.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit. 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 Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit?
This challenge supported the development of sustainable aviation fuel in Canada. It aimed to reduce aviation emissions and advance projects related to fuel affordability, availability, and commercial scale-up.
How much funding can be received?
Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit program?
To be eligible for the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit program, you must:
SAF-related projects in Canada.
Lower-emission solutions.
Potential for commercial scale-up.
What expenses are eligible under Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit?
Development of sustainable aviation fuel solutions.
Demonstration of SAF production with commercial-scale potential.
Cross-Canada flight using Canadian-produced SAF.
Who can I contact for more information about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
Where is the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit available?
The Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec.
Is the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Sky’s the Limit is a Partnering and Collaboration