innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants

Q: How much funding can be received?

innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $75000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants?

innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants is funded by innovÉÉ

Q: Who is eligible for the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants program?

To be eligible for the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants program, you must: • Must enable an innovative technology company to partner with a first-time adopter to refine or complete the development of its technology. • Must include at least one startup meeting the criteria set out in the program guide.

Q: Where is the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants available?

The innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports collaboration between startups and early technology adopters

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $75,000
Up to 60% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The INNOVÉÉ — Primo-adoptants grant offers a maximum of $75,000 per project to support collaboration between young innovative companies and established firms, focusing on co-developing and adopting new technologies. Eligible activities include innovation and research projects facilitated by incubators or accelerators, aiming to foster early adoption of high-growth potential technologies in Quebec.

Financing terms and conditions

Maximum grant of $75,000 per project, covering up to 60% of eligible expenses.
A minimum contribution of 20% of eligible project expenses must come from first-time adopters.
The maximum cumulative government assistance is generally 60%, but it can reach 75% if the primary adopter is a private organization.
Financial assistance provided under this program cannot be combined with financial aid from another funding program of the Ministère de l'Économie, de l'Innovation et de l'Énergie.

Activities funded

Collaboration projects between young innovative companies and established firms aimed at developing innovative technologies.
Innovation co-development projects that meet the needs of a first-time adopter.
Research projects undertaken by startups with the participation of established companies, potentially their first buyers.

Eligibility

Must enable an innovative technology company to partner with a first-time adopter to refine or complete the development of its technology.
Must include at least one startup meeting the criteria set out in the program guide.
First-time adopters meeting the criteria set out in the program guide are eligible.
Projects must be supported by an incubator or accelerator identified by the MEIE.
Maximum project duration of 18 months.

Who is eligible?

Young innovative companies with high growth potential
Established companies partnering with startups
Startups supported by an incubator or accelerator recognized by the MEIE

How to apply

Preparation of the project

Identify a first-time adopter company or organization capable of collaborating on the innovation project.
Ensure that the project includes at least one startup that meets the criteria of the program.
Verify the eligibility of the project by consulting the program guide.

Collaboration with an incubator or accelerator

Choose an incubator or accelerator identified by the Ministry of Economy, Innovation, and Energy for mandatory support in the context of the project.
Develop a project plan with the chosen incubator or accelerator.

Writing the engagement letter

Prepare a letter of commitment that meets the program's requirements.
Set the earliest submission date for the letter of commitment no later than April 18, 2025, at 4 PM.

Submission of the request

Compile all required documents, including the letter of commitment, for submission.
Follow the instructions on the official website of the ministry to submit documents for the Primo-adoptants project call.

Additional information

The maximum duration for projects under this program is 18 months.
Financial assistance is not combinable with funding from another program of the Ministère de l'Économie, de l'Innovation et de l'Énergie.
The deadline for applications is April 18, 2025, at 16h.
If the primary adopter is a private organization, maximum government assistance can reach 75%.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the innovÉÉ — Primo-adoptants. 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.