MEDTEQ+ — Impact

Q: How much funding can be received?

MEDTEQ+ — Impact Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $1500000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the MEDTEQ+ — Impact a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MEDTEQ+ — Impact is a Partnering and Collaboration

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the MEDTEQ+ — Impact?

MEDTEQ+ — Impact is funded by Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec

Q: Who is eligible for the MEDTEQ+ — Impact program?

To be eligible for the MEDTEQ+ — Impact program, you must: • Must involve at least one industrial partner with R&D, manufacturing or innovation activities in Quebec • Partner companies must be or become MEDTEQ+ members in good standing

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the MEDTEQ+ — Impact?

You can contact Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec.

Q: Where is the MEDTEQ+ — Impact available?

The MEDTEQ+ — Impact program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Are startups eligible for the MEDTEQ+ — Impact program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the MEDTEQ+ — Impact program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Funding for collaborative healthcare technology projects in Quebec

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,500,000
Up to 40% of project cost

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance

Funds Providers

Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec

Program status

Closed

Overview

The MEDTEQ+ Impact program offers up to $1.5 million over three years to support collaborative projects in Quebec that focus on the research, development, or evaluation of healthcare technologies. Eligible activities include innovation projects involving partnerships between private industry and academic or clinical institutions.

Financing terms and conditions

Grant can cover up to 40% of eligible expenses for academic and clinical partners in Quebec.
For projects significantly involving a Quebec SME: 40% of eligible project expenses covered, with partner company(ies) required to contribute a minimum of 20% of eligible project expenses.
For projects not significantly involving a Quebec SME: 20% of eligible project expenses covered, with partner company(ies) required to contribute a minimum of 40% of eligible project expenses.
Maximum grant value is $500,000 per year, for up to 3 years, and a total maximum of $1.5 million per project.

Activities funded

Collaborative research, development, or validation projects for healthcare technologies.
Joint initiatives between private sector companies and academic or clinical institutions to advance medical devices or health IT solutions such as algorithms, artificial intelligence, and cloud systems.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 14,500

Implementing a recycling and composting program for employees

$ 75,000

Solar panel installation to reduce energy costs for bakery

$ 120,000

Acquiring new CNC equipment for custom furniture production

$ 60,000

Modernization of community centre’s accessible washrooms

$ 60,000

Creating a digital mentorship platform for immigrant entrepreneurs

$ 95,000

Purchase of energy-efficient equipment for cheese manufacturing

Eligibility

The applicant company must have research and development, manufacturing, or innovation activities in Quebec.
The project must involve at least one industrial partner and one academic or clinical partner.
The project must be carried out in Quebec.
All project partners must be, or agree to become, MEDTEQ+ members in good standing for the duration of the project.
The project must focus on the research, development, or validation of a healthcare technology intended to support healthcare organizations.

Who is eligible?

Companies engaged in research and development, manufacturing, or innovation activities in Quebec (industrial partners)
Academic institutions conducting healthcare technology research
Public research centres active in healthcare innovation
Health and social services network organizations
College technology transfer centres (CCTT) involved in healthcare projects

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

Selection criteria

Relevance of the project.
Quality of the project proposal.
Economic, social, or technological benefits for Quebec.

How to apply

Initiate project and identify partners

Contact an account manager for assistance
Identify necessary industrial, academic, or clinical partners
Structure your collaborative project in line with eligibility requirements

Prepare and submit preliminary statement

Ensure all project partners are MEDTEQ+ members in good standing
Prepare a near-final project statement with required documentation
Submit the project statement for internal review and proofreading

Finalize and submit application

Incorporate feedback from MEDTEQ+ team
Finalize the project statement with all necessary signatures from partners
Submit the final application to the MEDTEQ+ Scientific Committee

Under review and awaiting decision

Respond to requests for additional information from the Scientific Committee or government
Await project evaluation and recommendations

Sign agreement and receive funding

Receive the funding award letter if approved
Sign the necessary research agreement within the specified timeframe

Additional information

All project partners must be or become MEDTEQ+ members in good standing and remain so for the duration of the project.
If you lack a suitable partner, MEDTEQ+ can assist in identifying eligible collaborators.
Applications are subject to review by the MEDTEQ+ Scientific Committee and the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie, which may request additional details before funding is confirmed.
Funded applicants are required to sign a research agreement within a few months of receiving the award letter.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the MEDTEQ+ — Impact Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the MEDTEQ+ — Impact. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.