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IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN)
Collaborative quantum defence research networks
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Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
IDEaS Innovation Networks supports Canadian university-led multidisciplinary micro-networks focused on quantum technologies for defence and security, with contributions of up to $3 million over four years. The program targets quantum sensing and sensors, communications, computing, simulations, and algorithms.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
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Availability timeline
2024
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Conceptual design, requirements analysis, proof of concept, systems development, validation and integration, testing and prototyping.
- Participation in scientific conferences and public outreach.
Documents Needed
- Completed letter of intent form.
- Completed full proposal form.
- Letters of support from other funding contributors, if applicable.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities.
- Multidisciplinary teams made up of at least three institutions or organizations.
- A Canadian university must be designated as the principal applicant.
Who is not eligible
- Post-doctoral fellows as lead applicant or partner.
- Organizations without legal status to sign a funding agreement.
- Non-Canadian affiliated participants may be refused at DND's discretion.
Eligible expenses
- Student, research assistant, and technical staff salaries and benefits.
- Equipment purchases or rentals.
- Consulting, laboratory analysis, materials, travel, publication, outreach, and communication costs.
- Administrative overhead.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Salaries and benefits for university investigators receiving direct and continuous university pay.
- In-kind contributions.
- Land or building purchases, lab moves, lobbying, and direct marketing.
- Travel, equipment, or other costs outside the program rules or not specifically required for the project.
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the defence and security quantum challenge.
- Innovation, novelty, and transformative potential.
- Scientific quality and feasibility of the work plan.
- Micro-net management and collaboration capabilities.
- Sustainability after DND funding ends.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create a CPC Connect account
- Register with Canada Post Connect if you do not already have an account.
- Step 2: Request a Connect conversation
- Email the IDEaS mailbox with your CPC Connect email address at least three business days before the deadline.
- Step 3: Submit the letter of intent
- Upload the required form through the Connect conversation before the closing date and time.
- Step 4: If invited, submit the full proposal
- Use the DND full proposal form and submit it through Connect by the invitation deadline.
- Step 5: Sign the contribution agreement if selected
- Work with DND to finalize and sign the funding agreement.
Processing and Agreement
- Stage 1: Letter of intent review and notification.
- Stage 2: Full proposal review by subject matter experts.
- Stage 3: Final funding consideration and contribution agreement.
- Selected applicants may be asked for additional information or risk assessments before a final decision.
- No funding is committed until a written agreement is signed.
Additional information
- The applicant university must act as the initial recipient.
- Funded projects must comply with DND reporting requirements.
- Funding agreements may include research security and conflict-of-interest provisions.
- Public project information may be disclosed by DND.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) Program
What is the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN)?
IDEaS Innovation Networks supports Canadian university-led multidisciplinary micro-networks focused on quantum technologies for defence and security, with contributions of up to $3 million over four years. The program targets quantum sensing and sensors, communications, computing, simulations, and algorithms.
How much funding can be received?
IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) program?
To be eligible for the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) program, you must:
Led by a Canadian university.
Multidisciplinary team with at least three institutions or organizations.
Research must advance technology readiness levels 1 to 6.
What expenses are eligible under IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN)?
Conceptual design, requirements analysis, proof of concept, systems development, validation and integration, testing and prototyping.
Participation in scientific conferences and public outreach.
Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN)?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at IDEaS-IN.IDEeS-RI@forces.gc.ca or by phone at 613-992-0996.
Where is the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) available?
The IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) program is available across Canada.
Is the IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS - Innovation Networks: Micro-nets — Call for proposals for micro-nets (CFPMN) is a Grant and Funding