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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Mitacs Indigenous Pathways supports collaborative R&D projects with Indigenous partners. It co-funds projects of at least four months, with up to 75% of project costs covered.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research and development projects.
- Projects that connect organizations with Indigenous student talent.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous-owned for-profit organizations.
- Not-for-profit organizations with an Indigenous majority board.
- Projects involving Indigenous students.
- Businesses and non-profit organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Project costs for collaborative R&D activities.
- Costs covered through co-investment with Mitacs funding support.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are connected with a Mitacs advisor for guidance.
- Projects are reviewed through the program’s eligibility requirements.
- Funding is linked to approved collaborative R&D projects.
- Applicants move ahead with project launch after the funding arrangement is in place.
Additional information
- Mitacs provides one-to-one support through an advisor.
- The program is designed for collaborative R&D projects.
- Projects can be scalable and multidisciplinary.
- The initiative supports Indigenous-led research and collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous partners.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Pathways initiative Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Pathways initiative. 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 Indigenous Pathways initiative?
Mitacs Indigenous Pathways supports collaborative R&D projects with Indigenous partners. It co-funds projects of at least four months, with up to 75% of project costs covered.
How much funding can be received?
Indigenous Pathways initiative Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Pathways initiative program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Pathways initiative program, you must:
Indigenous-owned or governed partner
Indigenous student on project
Collaborative R&D project
What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Pathways initiative?
Collaborative research and development projects.
Projects that connect organizations with Indigenous student talent.
Where is the Indigenous Pathways initiative available?
The Indigenous Pathways initiative program is available across Canada.
Is the Indigenous Pathways initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Pathways initiative is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Pathways initiative?
Indigenous Pathways initiative is funded by Mitacs (MITACS)