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Lab-to-Market Fund
Accelerates commercialization of new or improved technologies
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Up to 33% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program funds up to 33% of costs to accelerate technologies with commercial applications. It supports activities to develop new or improved technologies and transfer knowledge to solve well-defined market problems.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 33% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new technologies with commercial applications.
- Improvement of existing technologies for commercial applications.
- Knowledge transfer activities addressing specific, well-defined market problems.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers developing technologies with commercial applications.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- A self-assessment of technology readiness level is expected (minimum TRL 3).
- A plan for intellectual property is expected.
- Student participation is expected.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Lab-to-Market Fund Program
What is the Lab-to-Market Fund?
This program funds up to 33% of costs to accelerate technologies with commercial applications. It supports activities to develop new or improved technologies and transfer knowledge to solve well-defined market problems.
How much funding can be received?
Lab-to-Market Fund Funds up to 33% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Lab-to-Market Fund program?
To be eligible for the Lab-to-Market Fund program, you must:
Commercialization partner
Minimum TRL 3
Clear market problem
What expenses are eligible under Lab-to-Market Fund?
Development of new technologies with commercial applications.
Improvement of existing technologies for commercial applications.
Knowledge transfer activities addressing specific, well-defined market problems.
Who can I contact for more information about the Lab-to-Market Fund?
You can contact New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF).
Where is the Lab-to-Market Fund available?
The Lab-to-Market Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Lab-to-Market Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Lab-to-Market Fund is a Grant and Funding