How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 1500000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2025-08-14T14:00:00Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence?

ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence is funded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence

Q: What are ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence's eligibility criterias?

For-profit business incorporated in Canada 499 or fewer full-time equivalent employees R&D activities conducted in Canada

Last Update: July 3, 2025

ON, Canada

AI solutions for research security and open-source intelligence advancement

ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,500,000

Timeline

Open Date : July 3, 2025
Closing date : August 14, 2025

Financing Type

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Public administration

Grant Providers

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

Status

Open

Overview of the ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program

The ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program offers up to $1,500,000 CAD for innovative AI-driven solutions to enhance risk analysis and due diligence using open-source intelligence. Eligible activities include the development of advanced platforms for real-time analysis, relationship mapping, and multilingual data processing to strengthen research security in Canada.

Financing terms and conditions

The maximum funding available for any Phase 2 contract is $1,500,000 CAD, excluding applicable taxes, shipping, travel, and living expenses as required.
The maximum duration for any Phase 2 contract is up to 12 months (not including the time for submitting the final report).
Only one Phase 2 contract will be awarded for this challenge.
Travel expenses may be required under the funding for activities based at M55, 1200 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario.

Eligible projects & activities

Development of AI-driven platforms for enhanced open-source intelligence due diligence.
Creation of multilingual analytics tools to map public data relationships and identify risk indicators in real time.
Implementation of dynamic knowledge graph technology to assess security risks in research and development affiliations.
Integration of ethical AI governance and privacy-compliant user management within digital risk assessment solutions.
Prototyping of browser-based applications that support research security through analysis of diverse public information sources.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 1,190,000

Integrate knowledge graphs for automated R&D partner risk detection

$ 1,030,000

Create privacy-compliant AI pipeline for automated due diligence

$ 1,400,000

Develop AI-powered tool for real-time multilingual risk analytics

$ 1,165,000

Build dynamic multilingual dashboard for research affiliations oversight

$ 1,300,000

Deploy cloud-based multilingual OSINT analytics for compliance monitoring

$ 890,000

Prototype browser app for secure OSINT R&D affiliation analysis

Eligibility criteria of the ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program

The applicant must be a for-profit small business incorporated in Canada (either federally or provincially).
The business must have 499 or fewer full-time equivalent (FTE) employees, including those in affiliated businesses.
Research and development activities must take place in Canada.
At least 50% of annual wages, salaries, and fees must be paid to employees and contractors who perform the majority of their work in Canada.
At least 50% of FTE employees and 50% or more of senior executives (Vice President and above) must have Canada as their principal place of work or residence.

Who is eligible?

For-profit small businesses incorporated in Canada

Eligible expenses

Personnel salaries and benefits directly related to prototype development.
Purchase of equipment and materials required for the R&D project.
Travel and living expenses necessary for project implementation (as required and pre-approved).

Eligible geographic areas

Companies incorporated in Canada (federally or provincially), including all provinces and territories.

Eligibility criteria of the ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program

Clarity in addressing all essential outcomes of the challenge (Mandatory – Pass/Fail).
Proof of feasibility and demonstration that the current technology readiness level (TRL) is between 5 and 9 (Mandatory – Pass/Fail).
Degree of innovation, as defined by the program (Mandatory – Pass/Fail).
Competitive advantages and advancement over existing technologies (0, 5, 12, or 20 points).
Feasibility of the Phase 2 project plan (0, 10, or 20 points).

How to apply to the ISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program

Review challenge and eligibility requirements

Review the official solicitation documents for the challenge
Check eligibility criteria and funding details
Access the challenge on the official platform

Access proposal submission system

Log in or create an account on the proposal submission portal
Access relevant submission forms and tender notices
Prepare to draft your proposal

Prepare and complete submission form

Complete the Challenge Stream Submission Form
Demonstrate how your solution meets essential and additional outcomes
Address all mandatory and point-rated evaluation criteria
Provide evidence for innovation and proposed improvements

Review and finalize proposal

Ensure all sections of your proposal are complete
Review documents for compliance with eligibility and criteria
Finalize supporting documentation

Submit your application online

Submit the completed proposal and all required documents through the official portal before the deadline
Confirm submission via portal notification

Wait for evaluation and results

Wait for evaluation by the grant authority
Respond promptly to any requests for additional information
Monitor portal for status updates on your application

Additional information

Travel to Ottawa, Ontario, may be required during Phase 2.
The application must not retain any digital footprint of user sessions when exporting search query results.
Server infrastructure for the application must be located within Canada.
Only one contract per company can be awarded per phase per challenge.