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CQRDA — INNOV-R

Funding for GHG-reduction projects in Quebec
Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA)
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : October 8, 2024
  • Closing date : October 15, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The INNOV-R program provides up to $1.5 million per project to support collaborative research initiatives in Quebec aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the development of innovative technologies and practices. Eligible activities include joint projects between Quebec-based companies and public research institutes focused on GHG reduction solutions, technology patenting, and knowledge dissemination.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : October 8, 2024
  • Closing date : October 15, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Higher Education
  • Research
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Business Associations
Target groups
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Projects or activities eligible for this grant must involve at least one company established in Quebec and one public research institute in Quebec (university, CCTT, CRP).

  • Encouraging the emergence of innovative technologies and practices for faster progress towards Quebec's greenhouse gas reduction goals
  • Facilitating the dissemination of new knowledge in greenhouse gas reduction
  • Supporting the patenting of new technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gases
  • Promoting collaboration among research and innovation stakeholders in greenhouse gas emissions reduction
  • Involving university, college, and company researchers in collaborative innovation projects targeting greenhouse gas reduction solutions
  • Engaging companies and organizations that use the technologies and practices developed in the projects
  • Boosting investments in innovation focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible companies for this grant include:

  • Companies established in Quebec

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. While the specific ineligible types are not mentioned in the grant context, common exclusions in grant programs typically include subsectors like tobacco, gambling, and adult entertainment.

  • Tobacco companies
  • Gambling companies
  • Adult entertainment companies

Eligible expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include:

  • Direct project costs such as salaries, benefits, and subcontracting;
  • Material and supply costs;
  • Equipment costs;
  • Travel and subsistence costs directly related to project activities;
  • Service costs related to the project;
  • Intellectual property rights protection costs.

Additional information

There is relevant additional information for this grant:

  • Applicants must ensure that their projects align with the program's objectives and funding modalities.
  • Collaboration between Quebec-based companies and public research institutes is required for project eligibility.

Documents and links

CQRDA — INNOV-R

Contacts

projetsrd@cqrda.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the CQRDA — INNOV-R Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CQRDA — INNOV-R. 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 CQRDA — INNOV-R?

The INNOV-R program provides up to $1.5 million per project to support collaborative research initiatives in Quebec aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the development of innovative technologies and practices. Eligible activities include joint projects between Quebec-based companies and public research institutes focused on GHG reduction solutions, technology patenting, and knowledge dissemination.

How much funding can be received?

CQRDA — INNOV-R Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was October 15, 2024.

Who is eligible for the CQRDA — INNOV-R program?

To be eligible for the CQRDA — INNOV-R program, you must: Projects must involve at least one company established in Quebec. Projects must include a public research institute in Quebec (university, CCTT, CRP).

What expenses are eligible under CQRDA — INNOV-R?

Projects or activities eligible for this grant must involve at least one company established in Quebec and one public research institute in Quebec (university, CCTT, CRP). Encouraging the emergence of innovative technologies and practices for faster progress towards Quebec's greenhouse gas reduction goals Facilitating the dissemination of new knowledge in greenhouse gas reduction Supporting the patenting of new technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gases Promoting collaboration among research and innovation stakeholders in greenhouse gas emissions reduction Involving university, college, and company researchers in collaborative innovation projects targeting greenhouse gas reduction solutions Engaging companies and organizations that use the technologies and practices developed in the projects Boosting investments in innovation focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions

Who can I contact for more information about the CQRDA — INNOV-R?

You can contact Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA) by email at projetsrd@cqrda.ca.

Where is the CQRDA — INNOV-R available?

The CQRDA — INNOV-R program is available the province of Quebec.

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