
Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT)
Last Update: July 22, 2025
Canada
Supporting sustainable aviation innovation through strategic collaboration
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- Up to 36% of project cost
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
The Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT) provides grants to promote innovative ideas focused on achieving net-zero aviation emissions, requiring applicants to be INSAT members. The program supports project development through various stages, culminating in the funding of up to 36% of total eligible expenditures, aimed at fostering advances in sustainable aviation technology.
Financing terms and conditions
- INSAT contribution capped at 36% of total eligible expenditures for the project.
- Eligible expenditures include direct labour, materials, sub-contractors, equipment, and travel, following Canadian Treasury Board guidance.
- Supported overhead costs are 55% of gross salaries, up to 30% of total eligible expenses within each year.
- Foreign services are covered up to 10% of total eligible expenses for each project partner.
- Other funding sources must be identified and detailed to determine total project expenditures.
- Financial commitment from each partner should reflect the total expenditures and adhere to project budget requirements.
Activities funded
- Discussion and preparation of the idea and application with the assistance of an INSAT Project Manager.
- Undergoing evaluation by the INSAT Project Evaluation Committee.
- Receiving feedback and making necessary amendments based on recommendations by the Board of Directors.
- Completing ISED's verification process to mitigate any potential risks to the Crown.
- Negotiating and finalizing the Contribution Agreement, including IP arrangements among partners.
- Commencing the project upon agreement and contract signing.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 100,000
Install renewable energy systems in community centers
Eligibility
- All funding recipients are required to be an INSAT member.
Who is eligible?
- Aerospace companies
- Organizations involved in sustainable aviation technology
- Companies focusing on net-zero aviation emissions
- Innovation-driven businesses within the aviation sector
Eligible expenses
- Direct labor costs including gross salaries and supported overhead.
- Purchase of direct materials, including software licenses.
- Sub-contractor services, both Canadian and supported foreign services.
- Equipment purchases, whether from Canada or abroad.
- Travel expenses compliant with Canadian Treasury Board guidelines.
- Construction and land-related expenses.
How to apply
- Step 1: Idea & ApplicationContact an INSAT Project Manager at the provided email to discuss your idea and understand project requirements.
- Obtain guidance from the INSAT Team in preparing your application.
- Step 2: Project Selection Committee ReviewSubmit your project application for evaluation by the INSAT Project Evaluation Committee.
- Step 3: Feedback to ApplicantsReceive feedback after the Board of Directors reviews recommendations from the Project Evaluation Committee.
- Make necessary amendments to the application based on the feedback provided.
- Step 4: ISED VerificationUndergo a final review by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to mitigate any potential risks associated with the project.
- Step 5: Contribution AgreementCommence contract negotiations and finalize Intellectual Property (IP) arrangements among partners.
- Step 6: StartSign the contract upon reaching an agreement, and initiate the project.
Additional information
- All applications should strictly adhere to formatting guidelines of a maximum of 50 pages, using Calibri Font size 11.
- Applicants are expected to provide comprehensive yet concise information within the application template.
- Each project application should ensure inclusion of necessary appendices and annexes as required, without exceeding the page limit.
- The confidentiality of project applications is of utmost priority, and they are reviewed under strict confidentiality obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT) Program
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