How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream?

Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream is funded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Government of Canada, Innovation Canada

What are Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a private company, public company, not-for-profit organization, university, or individual. The innovation must be pre-commercial and ready for testing in an operational environment. The company must have all required certifications and approvals to safely test the innovation.

Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream

Last Update: January 24, 2025

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Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Financing Type

Other Support

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Government of Canada
Innovation Canada

Status

Open

Overview of the Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream program

Get your product or service innovation tested and gain valuable feedback before taking it to market. You may also be eligible for funding where available, and where there is a significant level of interest in testing your innovation.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant supports the testing of pre-commercial goods and services in real-life settings utilizing government partnerships. The eligibility focuses on innovations ready for operational environment tests and providing valuable feedback for market launch.

Testing of new inventions, technologies, or processes not currently available in the marketplace.
Testing of significant modifications to existing technologies, components, or processes used in novel settings or conditions.
Testing improvements in functionality, cost, or performance of existing technologies or processes that are state-of-the-art.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Implement a smart traffic management system in collaboration with the City of Ottawa

$ 120,000

Testing an innovative solar-powered irrigation system for urban community gardens

$ 75,000

Testing a new online education platform with financial literacy courses in a classroom setting

$ 300,000

Develop and test an AI-powered personal health assistant for elderly care

$ 100,000

Develop a new biodegradable packaging solution and test it with local retailers

$ 150,000

Improve energy efficiency in residential buildings with a new smart thermostat system

Eligibility criteria of the Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream program

Eligibility for this grant is open to a variety of participants who meet the defined criteria for innovation.

The applicant can be a private company, public company, not-for-profit organization, university, or individual.
The innovation must qualify under the definition of "innovative", such as being an invention, a new technology, or a new process not currently available in the marketplace.
Significant modifications to existing technologies or processes applied in new settings or conditions that are currently not feasible must be present.
There must be an improvement in functionality, cost, or performance over existing technologies or processes that are considered state-of-the-art or the current industry best practice.
The applicant must have all required certifications and approvals to safely test their innovation.

Who is eligible?

Eligible participants in the testing stream include private companies, public companies, not-for-profit organizations, universities, or individuals who have innovative solutions that meet specified innovation criteria.

Eligible expenses

This grant is specifically designed to test and evaluate pre-commercial innovations in a real-life operational setting. The eligible activities focus on testing new technologies, significant process modifications, and performance improvements before they enter the marketplace.

Testing new inventions, technologies, or processes not currently available in the market.
Evaluating significant modifications to existing application technologies applied in new settings.
Assessing improvements in functionality, cost, or performance over existing state-of-the-art technologies or processes.

Eligible geographic areas

The eligibility of companies for this grant regarding geographical areas is not specified in the provided information. Organizations should verify directly with the program to confirm eligibility based on location.

Eligibility criteria of the Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream program

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on the readiness and potential impact of the innovation, along with the feasibility of testing in an operational environment.

Readiness of the innovation to test in an operational environment, including the speed of manufacturing and deployment.
Possession of all required certifications and approvals to safely test the innovation.
The level of interest from potential testing partners and alignment with a federal organization.
Project timelines and availability of funding.

How to apply to the Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream program

Stay Informed

Subscribe to email updates and follow the program on LinkedIn for notifications on funding opportunities.
Monitor announcements for the next call for proposals.

Review Eligibility

Ensure that your innovation meets the eligibility criteria.
Verify that your innovation is ready for testing in an operational environment.

Prepare Application

Develop a detailed proposal with technical descriptions, quantifiable data, and scientific evidence.
Fill out all fields in the application form, including optional sections.
Use the entire word count allowed for comprehensive coverage of your proposal.
Proofread your submission and have it reviewed by another person.

Submit Application

Submit the application before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
Ensure you receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt of your application.

Await Evaluation

Evaluation timelines may vary; the program will assess your proposal in collaboration with PSPC and NRC.

Communication

If your innovation qualifies for testing, wait for contact from a program advisor.
For inquiries, get in touch with the program’s support team.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Proposals are evaluated in partnership with Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and the National Research Council (NRC).
Even if an innovation passes evaluation, funding is contingent on interest from potential testing partners.
Calls for proposals are announced 2-3 times annually.
The program encourages innovation ready for testing, ensuring quick manufacturing and deployment capabilities.
Applicants should subscribe to the program's email updates or follow on LinkedIn for news and updates.