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MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop - Canada
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MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop

Prototype development for military cargo and munition delivery
Offered by
Innovation Canada
Official source: ised-isde.canada.ca

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Funding available
$ 500,000
Location
Canada
Who can apply

For-profit businesses incorporated in Canada federally or provincially.

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Overview

The MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop offers Phase 2 contracts of up to $500,000 to Canadian for-profit small and medium-sized businesses developing a domestically produced uncrewed aircraft system for Canadian Army cargo and munition delivery. Phase 2 supports prototype development of systems for cargo carriage, munitions delivery and battlefield operation.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 499 employees maximum
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 3

Activities funded

  • Phase 2 prototype development of an uncrewed aircraft system for the Canadian Army’s aerial delivery of cargo and munitions.

Documents Needed

  • An optional attachment listing the solution’s critical components and each component’s country of production and sourcing, with the requested OEM and product information. The attachment must be 8.5" by 11", no larger than 10Mb, clear and legible, and in JPG, GIF, TIF, PDF or PNG format.

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MINERVA Initiative - Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit businesses incorporated in Canada federally or provincially.
  • Small and medium-sized businesses with 499 or fewer full-time equivalent (FTE) employees.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada: the applicant’s research and development activities must take place in Canada.

Selection criteria

  • Mandatory pass/fail assessment considers whether the proposal addresses the challenge scope and all Essential Outcomes, and provides sufficient scientific and technological evidence.
  • Mandatory pass/fail assessment considers whether the proposed solution is at TRL 5 to 9, inclusive, and whether R&D evidence demonstrates feasibility.
  • The proposed solution must meet at least one of the stated ISC definitions of innovation to pass the mandatory criterion.
  • Advancement over existing technologies is point-rated at 0, 5, 12 or 20 points based on the demonstrated improvements and competitive advantages.
  • Point-rated criteria cover Additional Outcomes, science and technology risks, project risks, the project plan, implementation team, inclusivity, financial controls and commercialization. Proposals must achieve at least 65 of 130 possible points.

How to apply

  • Submit a proposal through the Challenge Stream Submission Form using the Propose a solution portal.

Processing and Agreement

  • Canada determines the final number of Phase 2 awards based on evaluation results, departmental priorities and availability of funds.
  • Canada may make partial awards and negotiate changes to the project scope.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop Program

What is the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop?

The MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop offers Phase 2 contracts of up to $500,000 to Canadian for-profit small and medium-sized businesses developing a domestically produced uncrewed aircraft system for Canadian Army cargo and munition delivery. Phase 2 supports prototype development of systems for cargo carriage, munitions delivery and battlefield operation.

How much funding can be received?

MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop program?

To be eligible for the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop program, you must: The applicant must be a for-profit business incorporated in Canada with 499 or fewer FTE employees. Its R&D activities must take place in Canada, and the proposed solution must be at TRL 5 to 9, inclusive. At least 50% of the specified workforce and senior executive measures must meet the stated Canada-based requirements.

What expenses are eligible under MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop?

Phase 2 prototype development of an uncrewed aircraft system for the Canadian Army’s aerial delivery of cargo and munitions.

Where is the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop available?

The MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop program is available across Canada.

Is the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop a grant, loan, or tax credit?

MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop?

MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Air System for Cargo/Munition Drop is funded by Innovation Canada