How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the IQC 4.0 — Stream 2?

IQC 4.0 — Stream 2 is funded by Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)

What are IQC 4.0 — Stream 2's eligibility criterias?

The company must have a registered office located in Quebec. The company must operate in the construction sector or built environment. The company must have completed the IQC 4.0 diagnostic.

IQC 4.0 — Stream 2

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Digital transformation support for Quebec's construction industry

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Construction

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Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)

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The Initiative Québécoise pour la Construction 4.0 (IQC 4.0) provides up to 50% reimbursement for costs associated with digital transformation projects within Quebec's construction and built environment sectors. This funding supports activities such as technology integration, employee training, and process optimization to enhance digital maturity and productivity.

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This grant provides financial support to Quebec-based organizations undergoing digital transformation in the construction industry, with opportunities to reclaim portions of implementation costs.

Reimbursement of up to 50% of the total expenses related to digital project implementation.
Eligible costs include software purchases and updates, as well as IT equipment necessary for the implementation.
Costs related to training and coaching are also reimbursable up to the specified limit.

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Implementation of digital transformation plans for Quebec construction companies.
Accompaniment and training for organizations after receiving a digital action plan in Phases 1 and 2 of the IQC 4.0.
Support for improvement projects among Quebec suppliers sponsored by contractual organizations or major distribution networks.

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$ 45,000

A company conducts a pilot project to evaluate the effectiveness of connected sensors on its construction sites.

$ 30,000

An organization integrates BIM software to optimize the modelling of its construction projects.

$ 50,000

A company implements a new data management platform to improve collaboration between its teams and partners.

$ 50,000

A business implements an integrated management solution to centralize its real-time data.

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The company must have a bureau located in Quebec.
The company must operate in the construction or built environment sector.
The company must have completed the diagnosis of the IQC 4.0.

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The grant is open to businesses and prime contractors in the construction and built environment sectors located in Quebec seeking to advance their digital transformation through structured digitization and automation processes involving digital technologies and workforce training.

Must have a project that involves collaborative improvement with suppliers.
Completion of the IQC 4.0 diagnostic phase.
Has not participated previously in a digital locomotive project.
Must be operating or serving the construction or built environment sector in Quebec.

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Companies that do not meet specific criteria are not eligible for this grant. The criteria mainly focus on location, industry, and previous participation in similar initiatives.

Companies not located in Quebec.
Companies not operating in the construction sector or built environment.
Companies that have not completed the IQC 4.0 diagnostic.
Companies that have already participated in a locomotive numérique.

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Reimbursement of training and accompaniment costs, up to 50% of the total project value.
Purchases and updates of software related to the digital implementation project.
Purchase of computer equipment associated with the digital implementation project.
Expenses for training and accompaniment related to the digital transition.

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This grant is specifically available to companies located within Quebec. Eligibility is determined by the company's geographical location to ensure it benefits the intended regional industry.

Businesses must have an office situated in the province of Quebec.

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The evaluation and selection of projects under this grant focus on ensuring alignment with the transformation objectives and effective implementation of digital initiatives in the construction sector.

Representation across different disciplines within the construction industry.
Geographical distribution across regions in Quebec.
Completion of the IQC 4.0 digital maturity diagnostic.
Commitment to a shared improvement project with suppliers, if applicable.
Never participated in a previous digital locomotive initiative, if applicable.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Call for Applications
Respond to the call for applications for participating in IQC 4.0.
Review the eligibility criteria to ensure your organization meets all requirements.
Step 2: File Review
Submit necessary documentation as part of your application.
Ensure that your organization's profile aligns with the desired criteria for the program.
Step 3: Decision
Await feedback from the review committee on the status of your application.
Receive confirmation if your application is successful and you are selected to proceed.
Step 4: Initial Contact
Participate in the initial contact session with program coordinators.
Provide a detailed company profile to facilitate the diagnostic process.
Step 5: Diagnostic and Planning
Engage in the diagnostic process to assess current digital maturity and future needs.
Work with experts to draft a custom digital transformation action plan.
Step 6: Feedback Mechanisms
Establish follow-up and feedback processes to monitor progress.
Ensure continuous interaction with program experts for guidance.

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The Initiative Québécoise pour la Construction 4.0 offers customized digital transition plans and can refund up to 50% of training and accompaniment costs for selected companies. The project is supported by the Quebec government, emphasizing digital transformation in the construction industry.

The Ministry of Economy and Innovation of Québec invests 13.7 million CAD in this phase.
The project is led by the Group BIM du Québec and the Institut de gouvernance numérique in partnership with construction industry associations.
Over 250 companies have been diagnosed to date under this initiative.
The program started in March 2018 and aligns with the Plan d’Action en Construction and the Offensive en Transformation Numérique.