CRIBIQ — INNOV-R
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Innovative GHG reduction through collaboration in bioeconomy in Quebec
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2023
- Closing date : October 28, 2023
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Program status
Closed
Overview
The INNOV-R — CRIBIQ grant supports innovative collaborative projects in Quebec's bioeconomy sectors—including agri-food, industrial bioproducts, and environment—focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions as part of the province's climate targets. This program finances research and pilot initiatives that contribute to achieving Quebec’s greenhouse gas reduction goals by 2030; the maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.
Financing terms and conditions
This grant offers opportunities for collaborative innovation funding within Quebec’s bioeconomy sector aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The program focuses on key economic areas to help the province achieve its emission reduction targets.
- Funding is provided for projects in the agro-food, industrial bioproducts, and environmental sectors.
Activities funded
- Collaborative projects in the agri-food sector focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Innovation initiatives in the industrial bio-products sector aimed at decreasing GHG emissions.
- Environmental projects targeting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions within Quebec's bioeconomy.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 1,200,000
Innovative solar panel recycling with École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) to reduce electronic waste
$ 1,100,000
Research on sustainable urban agriculture methods in collaboration with Université Laval
$ 1,500,000
Development of a CO2 capture technology for industrial plants in collaboration with Université de Sherbrooke
$ 1,950,000
Developing a zero-emission public transportation system in partnership with Polytechnique Montréal
$ 900,000
Developing biodegradable packaging solutions for the food industry with Concordia University
$ 2,250,000
Implementation of a smart energy grid in residential areas in collaboration with McGill University
Eligibility
- The project must be collaborative and innovative.
- The project must address the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Quebec.
- The project must target sectors served by CRIBIQ: agri-food, industrial bioproducts, or environment.
Who is eligible?
- Agri-food sector companies
- Industrial bioproducts sector companies
- Environmental sector organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
How to apply
1
Consultation of documents
- Download the 2023-2024 Applicant Guide from the RSRI website.
- Read the guide to understand the requirements of the INNOV-R program.
2
Eligibility Validation
Contact Jean Philippe Chenel, Director of Innovation, to confirm the project's eligibility.
3
Preparation of the required documents
- Obtain the required forms for the submission of the Detailed Application.
- Prepare the GHG emissions reduction calculation form.
4
Assistance for the calculation of GHG reduction
Obtain before October 20, 2023 the necessary support for calculating the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
5
Submission of the detailed request
- Complete the Detailed Application with all required information.
- Submit the Detailed Application before the deadline of October 27, 2023.
Additional information
- The INNOV-R program is part of the Quebec government's Plan for a Green Economy (PEV 2030).
- No letter of intent is required for this funding opportunity.
- The grant supports innovative and collaborative projects within its targeted sectors.
- Applicants are encouraged to review the Guide des déposants 2023-2024 for detailed program information.
Contacts
418-446-7187
QC, Canada
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