grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
  • Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

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

grant_single_labels|projects

Eligible projects and activities for the CRITM grant program include collaborative research initiatives between enterprises and research organizations in the field of metal transformation.
  • Development of metal transformation processes
  • Design of advanced metal products
  • Reduction of ecological footprint
  • Digital innovation related to metal transformation
  • Synergies for industrial symbiosis and circular economy
  • Innovative projects in artificial intelligence integration
  • Research aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions
  • Extraction, transformation, and recycling of critical and strategic minerals
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$255,000

Toronto
Integration of AI for optimizing metal transformation processes with the University of Toronto.

$200,000

Montreal
Development of a new eco-friendly metal alloy involving McGill University.

$250,000

Vancouver
Designing advanced metal recycling techniques with the University of British Columbia.

$240,000

Quebec City
Development of digital innovations in metal processing with Université Laval.

$275,000

Ottawa
Research on reducing GHG emissions in metal manufacturing with the University of Ottawa.

$325,000

Halifax
Innovative extraction and recycling of critical minerals with Dalhousie University.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The grant program supports industrial R&D projects in the fields of metal transformation, extraction, and recycling. It requires a collaborative project involving at least one Québec-based company and a research organization.
  • Minimum 1 enterprise and 1 research organization
  • Contribution industrielle minimale de 20 % du projet
  • Taux de financement de 70 % des dépenses admissibles (espèces)
  • Aide maximale de 500 000 $ par projet (Volet 1 et 2), sur 3 ans (Volet 1) ou 2 ans (Volet 2)
  • Niveau de maturité technologique (NMT ou TRL) minimal de 6 for SI²TEC

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Yes, the grant offers eligibility for various types of companies, particularly focusing on SMEs, startups, and large enterprises in specific categories.
  • SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises)
  • Startups
  • Large Enterprises (GE)
  • Enterprises or groups of enterprises engaged in production, goods and services, or R&D activities in Quebec

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant cover costs related to the research and development activities defined within the CRITM's framework. These include monetary contributions, in-kind contributions, and operational expenditures directly linked to the project.
  • Salaries and wages
  • Materials and supplies
  • Contractual services
  • Travel expenses
  • Administrative support costs

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The eligible geographic zones for this grant are within Quebec, Canada.
  • Companies must have an establishment in Quebec.
  • Applicable to Quebec-based SMEs and startups.
  • CCTT and OBNL must be situated in Quebec.

grant_single_labels|criteria

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

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Download and review the guide - Understand the specific requirements and expectations for the grant.
  • Step 2: Identify a collaboration partner - Ensure at least one PME or startup and one research organization are involved.
  • Step 3: Develop a project plan - Align your project with one or more CRITM research axes (e.g., process development, advanced product design, ecological footprint reduction, digital innovation).
  • Step 4: Calculate budget and funding needs - Ensure you meet the contribution requirements (minimum 20% project contribution for PME or 40% for GE with no PME).
  • Step 5: Prepare supporting documents - Gather necessary documents to support your project (e.g., business information, detailed project description, budget breakdown).
  • Step 6: Fill out the application form - Complete the provided online form with all required information.
  • Step 7: Submit the application - Ensure all details are accurate and submit before the deadline.

grant_single_labels|documents

INNOV-R — CRITM

grant_single_labels|contact

lstamand@critm.ca
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