MTRIC — INNOV-R
Last Update: March 17, 2025
QC, Canada
Targets collaborative industrial research to reduce GHG emissions
MTRIC — INNOV-R at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $1,500,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Grant Providers
- Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
Status
Open
Overview of the MTRIC — INNOV-R program
Get a grant of up to $500,000 per year for a three-year project to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses when you collaborate with at least one academic institution or public research centre on an R&D project aimed at reducing GHG emissions project in the
Financing terms and conditions
The INNOV-R program underlines its commitment to facilitating research projects focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with Quebec's Plan for a Green Economy 2030. It offers structured financial support through its Regular and Express pathways to boost industrial collaboration in innovative R&D initiatives.
- Regular Pathway: Provides up to 40% funding of eligible expenses with a maximum aid of CAD 1,500,000 per project over three years.
- Express Pathway: Offers 50% of eligible expenses with a cap at CAD 499,999 per project over three years, exclusively funded by CRITM without co-financing from other bodies.
Eligible projects & activities
The INNOV-R grant is designed to support collaborative industrial research projects focused on reducing GHG emissions within Quebec. This initiative aligns with the government's goal of fostering a green economy by 2030.
- Development of projects that demonstrate potential for reducing GHG emissions in Quebec.
- Collaborative research projects involving at least one company and one research organization.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 255,000
Integration of AI for optimizing metal transformation processes with a university
$ 325,000
Innovative extraction and recycling of critical minerals with a university
$ 240,000
Development of digital innovations in metal processing with Université Laval
$ 200,000
Development of a new eco-friendly metal alloy involving McGill University
$ 275,000
Research on reducing GHG emissions in metal manufacturing with a university
$ 250,000
Designing advanced metal recycling techniques with the University of British Columbia
Eligibility criteria of the MTRIC — INNOV-R program
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed collaborative activities.
- The applicant must be a minimum of one company and one research organization partner.
- For projects involving a Small or Medium Enterprise (SME), a minimum industrial contribution of 20% of the project is required.
- For projects involving a large company in the absence of an SME, a minimum industrial contribution of 40% of the project is required, with a maximum of 50% of this contribution in-kind.
- Projects must be related to the research themes of the CRITM, such as development of transformation processes, design of advanced metallic products, ecological footprint reduction, and digital innovation.
Who is eligible?
CRITM provides funding programs specifically aimed at supporting research and innovation in the metal transformation industry. The programs cater to different types of businesses, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), large companies, and startups in Quebec, with a focus on collaborative research efforts involving industrial and public research organizations.
Eligible expenses
The grant framework under the Consortium de recherche et d'innovation en transformation métallique (CRITM) in Quebec supports various innovative projects focusing on metal transformation and sustainable practices. Eligible projects aim to foster collaboration, technological advancement, and environmental sustainability within the industrial sector.
- Projects related to the development of metal transformation processes.
- Design and development of advanced metallic products.
- Research initiatives reducing environmental footprint.
- Projects focusing on digital innovation in metal transformation.
- Collaborative research for greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
- Innovative projects in the extraction, transformation, and recycling of critical and strategic minerals.
- Research and projects integrating artificial intelligence technologies.
- Initiatives supporting industrial innovations for transitioning to a circular economy.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is aimed at supporting Quebec-based companies as part of the province's economic development initiatives. It focuses on projects within Québec to foster regional innovation and collaborations.
- Companies with an establishment in Québec.
- Organizations involved in R&D activities within Quebec.
Eligibility criteria of the MTRIC — INNOV-R program
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Project categories (PSO TRL 1-3 Program, PSO TRL 4-6 Program, INNOV-R (GES) TRL 1-3 and TRL 4-6 Programs)
- CRITM subsidies and maximum funding per project
- Minimum number of enterprises required
- Percentage of public funding
- International collaboration criteria
How to apply to the MTRIC — INNOV-R program
1
Project Preparation
- Assess the eligibility of your project according to the program's criteria.
- Identify the CRITM program that best fits your project.
2
Drafting the request
- Write a detailed proposal that describes your research project.
- Include the objectives, expected outcomes, and how the research axes of CRITM will be addressed.
- Prepare a budget detailing the industrial contribution and eligible expenses.
3
Filling out the submission form
- Access the online platform of CRITM to fill out the project submission form.
- Attach all required documents such as the project proposal, budget, and other supporting materials.
4
Submission of the request
Submit the form along with all supporting documents via the online platform.
5
Submission Confirmation
- Receive a confirmation of receipt of your file by CRITM.
- Keep the file number for future reference.
Contact Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
lstamand@critm.ca
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