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Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence
AI solutions for research security and open-source intelligence advancement
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Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
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.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- 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.
Sources and recorded changes
Eligibility
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.
Selection criteria
- 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
- Step 1: Review Program Documentation
- Read the official solicitation documents provided by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISDE) and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC).
- Review the challenge details, eligibility requirements, and evaluation criteria.
- Consult the tender notice for this specific challenge via the CanadaBuys website.
- Step 2: Prepare Your Proposal
- Draft a comprehensive proposal addressing all mandatory criteria, including detailed descriptions of how your solution meets the essential and additional outcomes.
- Include information on your innovation, current Technology Readiness Level (TRL), proof of feasibility, and competitive advantages over current technologies.
- Describe your research and development activities, project plan, team experience, risk mitigation strategies, inclusivity actions, financial controls, and commercialization strategy as required by the guidelines.
- Gather all relevant supporting documentation.
- Step 3: Complete the Challenge Stream Submission Form
- Access and fill out the official Challenge Stream Submission Form as mandated.
- Ensure completeness and accuracy, providing all required technical, financial, and organizational information.
- Step 4: Submit Your Application
- Log in through the official application portal as required (account creation/login may be necessary to submit).
- Upload the completed proposal and all required supporting documents.
- Submit the full application before the published deadline.
- Step 5: Confirmation and Tracking
- Upon successful submission, ensure you receive confirmation of your application.
- Retain any reference numbers or confirmation emails for your records.
- Step 6: Respond to Inquiries
- Monitor official communications for any follow-up questions from program administrators or requests for clarification.
- Address any additional requirements or requests promptly.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence Program
What is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence?
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.
How much funding can be received?
Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence Funds up to $1,500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program?
To be eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program, you must:
For-profit business incorporated in Canada
499 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
R&D activities conducted in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence?
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).
Who can I contact for more information about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence?
You can contact Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) by email at SIC-ISC@pwgsc.gc.ca.
Where is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence available?
The Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Innovative Solutions Canada - Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence is a Grant and Funding