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Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge
Food technology challenge for space missions
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : July 30, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
This challenge supports novel food production technologies or systems for deep-space missions and Earth applications. Up to 10 prizes of CAD $30,000 are available for eligible Phase 1 concept applications.
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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 a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : July 30, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of novel food production technologies.
- Development of novel food production systems or approaches.
- Solutions for food production in long-duration space missions.
- Food production methods with potential benefits on Earth.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible innovators.
- Applicants submitting a Phase 1 concept application.
- Developers of food production technologies or systems.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the challenge process after submission.
- Up to 10 semi-finalists are announced in Fall 2021.
- Applicants are informed of the challenge results after review.
Additional information
- The challenge supports novel food production technologies or systems for long-duration space missions.
- Solutions should also have potential benefits for people on Earth.
- The goal is to maximize food output with minimal inputs and waste.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge. 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 - Deep Space Food Challenge?
This challenge supports novel food production technologies or systems for deep-space missions and Earth applications. Up to 10 prizes of CAD $30,000 are available for eligible Phase 1 concept applications.
How much funding can be received?
Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge program?
To be eligible for the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge program, you must:
Phase 1 concept application required.
Novel food production solution.
Focus on minimal inputs and waste.
What expenses are eligible under Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge?
Development of novel food production technologies.
Development of novel food production systems or approaches.
Solutions for food production in long-duration space missions.
Food production methods with potential benefits on Earth.
Where is the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge available?
The Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge program is available across Canada.
Is the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge?
Impact Canada - Deep Space Food Challenge is funded by Impact Canada, Canadian Space Agency (CSA)