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Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC)

Marine biotechnology innovation support

Offered by
Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC)
Official source: crbm.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Canadian start-up companies
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Overview

Le CRBM accompagne l’innovation en biotechnologies marines au Québec pour les entreprises qui souhaitent développer ou optimiser leurs produits, procédés et démarches de mise en marché. Ses services couvrent les bioprocédés, les bioactivités, la biologie moléculaire, les analyses, la réglementation et la mise à l’échelle.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Optimize production processes
  • Obtain certifications or accreditations
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Bas-Saint-Laurent
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups
Legal structures
Public or Parapublic institution

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2021
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Marine Biotechnology Centre content updated

The Centre’s service pages were substantially revised, with major changes to regulatory support, contact routing, and the way services are presented.

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Several service pages were rewritten, especially the regulatory support section, which no longer shows the previous NRC IRAP visit, eligibility details, three-step access process, or support coverage terms. The contact destination and service presentation were also updated across related pages, while the main contact page itself shows only a minor visual text change. The overall content now emphasizes service benefits and guidance rather than the earlier applicant instructions, so applicants should review the updated pages carefully before proceeding.

Official source: crbm.ca
April 9, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian start-up companies
  • SMEs

Activities funded

  • Project development and innovation support from idea to commercialization
  • Feasibility assessment of the project
  • Industrial R&D projects and standardized analytical activities
  • Regulatory support for commercialization
  • Bioprocess development, product formulation, and scale-up

How to apply

  • Contact the CRNC without charge at 1-877-994-4727 to be put in touch with the industrial technology advisor assigned to your region and describe your project.
  • You may also contact the CRBM directly for assistance with this step.

Processing and Agreement

  • For the Programme de Visites interactives du PARI CNRC au CRBM, the CTI evaluates the project after the applicant contacts CRNC.
  • Once the project is accepted, the applicant must pay an activation fee of 250 $ plus taxes.
  • After the dossier is activated, the applicant is put in contact with a CRBM expert who has 90 days to respond to the project problem.
  • The applicant benefits from 20 hours of support under the agreement between the CRBM and the NRC.

Additional information

  • The CRBM offers regulatory support, quality assurance support, and industrial R&D services.
  • It provides expertise in bioprocesses, bioactivities, molecular biology, analytical services, and commercial regulatory support.
  • The centre supports project financing research and the financial structuring of R&D projects.

Contacts

info@crbm.ca
418 723-2726

Official sources

crbm.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) Program

What is the Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC)?

Le CRBM accompagne l’innovation en biotechnologies marines au Québec pour les entreprises qui souhaitent développer ou optimiser leurs produits, procédés et démarches de mise en marché. Ses services couvrent les bioprocédés, les bioactivités, la biologie moléculaire, les analyses, la réglementation et la mise à l’échelle.

Who can I contact for more information about the Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC)?

You can contact Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) by email at info@crbm.ca or by phone at 418 723-2726.

Where is the Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) available?

The Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) program is available Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec.

Is the Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) is a Researchers And Facilities

Who are the financial supporters of the Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC)?

Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC) is funded by Marine Biotechnology Research Centre (MBRC)