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MTRIC — INNOV-R
Targets collaborative industrial research to reduce GHG emissions
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The INNOV-R program, with funding of up to $1,500,000 per project, supports collaborative industrial R&D initiatives that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec. Eligible activities include research projects involving at least one company and one research organization, focused on innovative solutions to support the province’s low-carbon transition.
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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
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative industrial research projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Quebec.
- Initiatives that contribute to the development or implementation of technologies or processes supporting climate change mitigation in the industrial sector.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Enterprises proposing collaborative industrial research projects
- Companies with projects that have potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec
- Organizations that can partner with a research institution
Eligible expenses
- Expenses directly related to the implementation of the collaborative industrial research project with potential for greenhouse gas emission reduction.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- The INNOV-R program is part of Quebec's Plan for a Green Economy 2030, funded by the Fonds d'électrification et de changements climatiques (FECC).
- Program administration is carried out by the Ministry of Economy and Innovation (MEI) and implemented through Sectoral Industrial Research Groups (RSRI), such as CRITM.
- There are two funding streams: the 'regular' and the 'express' pathways, each with specific contribution rates and maximum aid amounts.
- The 'express' pathway is exclusively funded by CRITM and does not allow co-financing.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MTRIC — INNOV-R Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MTRIC — 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 MTRIC — INNOV-R?
The INNOV-R program, with funding of up to $1,500,000 per project, supports collaborative industrial R&D initiatives that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec. Eligible activities include research projects involving at least one company and one research organization, focused on innovative solutions to support the province’s low-carbon transition.
How much funding can be received?
MTRIC — INNOV-R Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MTRIC — INNOV-R program?
To be eligible for the MTRIC — INNOV-R program, you must:
Minimum 1 company and 1 research organization involved
Industrial contribution required (20% or 50% depending on program stream)
What expenses are eligible under MTRIC — INNOV-R?
Collaborative industrial research projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Quebec.
Initiatives that contribute to the development or implementation of technologies or processes supporting climate change mitigation in the industrial sector.
Who can I contact for more information about the MTRIC — INNOV-R?
You can contact Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC) by email at lstamand@critm.ca.
Where is the MTRIC — INNOV-R available?
The MTRIC — INNOV-R program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the MTRIC — INNOV-R a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MTRIC — INNOV-R is a Partnering and Collaboration
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