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Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox
Corrosion detection technologies for naval ships
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 12,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This IDEaS sandbox supported corrosion-detection technologies for Royal Canadian Navy vessels. It offered cost-shared funding of up to $12,000 to test and demonstrate solutions in simulated and real ship environments.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Testing and demonstrating corrosion-detection solutions for ships.
- Detecting and assessing corrosion behind surface coatings on naval vessels.
- Demonstrating solutions in simulated and real-life ship scenarios.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian companies.
- Foreign companies.
- Innovators with prototype solutions.
Who is not eligible
- Federal government departments and agencies.
- Federal Crown corporations.
Eligible expenses
- Travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
- Shipping and transportation of equipment to and from the sandbox.
- Pre-approved consumables used during demonstrations.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs above the cost-sharing ceiling.
- Costs not covered under the eligible expense categories.
- Pre-sandbox prototype development travel.
- Damage or loss of equipment.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Nova Scotia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and selected through an evaluation process.
- Selected innovators complete pre-sandbox preparations, shipping, and travel.
- The sandbox demonstration takes place.
- After the sandbox, written reports are provided and administrative follow-up is completed.
Additional information
- The environment is conducted as a one-time demonstration event.
- Selected innovators receive written feedback after the sandbox.
- Applications are only accepted when a specific call for proposals is published.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox. 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 Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox?
This IDEaS sandbox supported corrosion-detection technologies for Royal Canadian Navy vessels. It offered cost-shared funding of up to $12,000 to test and demonstrate solutions in simulated and real ship environments.
How much funding can be received?
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $12,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox program?
To be eligible for the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox program, you must:
Technology Readiness Level 5 or higher.
For an announced sandbox challenge.
Ready for demonstration and testing.
What expenses are eligible under Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox?
Testing and demonstrating corrosion-detection solutions for ships.
Detecting and assessing corrosion behind surface coatings on naval vessels.
Demonstrating solutions in simulated and real-life ship scenarios.
Who can I contact for more information about the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox available?
The Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox is a Researchers And Facilities