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MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies
Funding for circular economy feasibility studies
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Funding available
$ 75,000
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports feasibility studies for circular economy initiatives in the metal transformation sector. It offers up to $75,000 per study to help plan innovative projects and related industrial partnerships.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Feasibility studies for circular economy initiatives in metal transformation.
- Technology positioning, market, or competitive studies.
- Analysis of common issues affecting several companies in a sector.
- Technico-economic feasibility studies and technology identification studies.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Certificate of francization or proof of steps taken with the OQLF.
- Proof of a French-language website, if applicable.
Sources and recorded changes
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private for-profit businesses with an establishment in Quebec.
- Municipal mixed companies.
- Non-profit organizations with an establishment in Quebec.
- Cooperatives with business-like activities.
- Quebec research institutions, professional firms, and municipalities as partners.
Who is not eligible
- State-owned companies or companies controlled by a government.
- Companies listed in the Register of Enterprises ineligible for public contracts (RENA).
- Businesses mainly providing services in the tertiary sector.
- Applicants in default on prior financial assistance obligations.
- Companies under insolvency or bankruptcy protection.
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees.
- Salaries and benefits for staff working on the project.
- Direct use or rental of equipment and materials.
- IT tool usage costs.
- Travel and lodging linked to the project.
- Administrative management costs, up to 5% of eligible expenses.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures and depreciation.
- Acquisitions and investments.
- Sponsorships.
- Legal fees.
- Operating costs of the business or organization.
- Loan repayments, capital losses, and capital reimbursements.
- Sales taxes.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
Selection criteria
- Relevance to circular economy and innovation.
- Expected environmental gains in Quebec and, if possible, beyond Quebec.
- Contribution to strengthening the circular economy.
- Quality of the work plan and deliverables.
- Quality of partnerships and collaboration across the value chain.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the CRITM application form.
- Gather the required supporting information for the file.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the form to the CRITM programs team.
- Submit the application by the call deadline.
- Step 3: CRITM review and follow-up
- The programs team reviews the file for quality and compliance.
- Applicants may receive guidance from the CRITM team during the process.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a neutral ad hoc committee.
- Projects are assessed against the program criteria and objectives.
- The CRITM team supports applicants and checks the quality and compliance of the file.
- Approved projects require a partnership agreement before any payment.
Additional information
- The CRITM does not claim intellectual property rights on funded initiatives.
- A partnership agreement is required before any payment.
- The agreement must be signed within 3 months of official confirmation.
- The program has a dedicated budget that limits the number of funded projects.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies Program
What is the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies?
This program supports feasibility studies for circular economy initiatives in the metal transformation sector. It offers up to $75,000 per study to help plan innovative projects and related industrial partnerships.
How much funding can be received?
MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies program?
To be eligible for the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies program, you must:
Regular CRITM member.
Establishment in Quebec.
Project in metal transformation.
What expenses are eligible under MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies?
Professional fees.
Salaries and benefits for staff working on the project.
Direct use or rental of equipment and materials.
IT tool usage costs.
Travel and lodging linked to the project.
Administrative management costs, up to 5% of eligible expenses.
Who can I contact for more information about the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies?
You can contact Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC) by email at jfstcyr@critm.ca or by phone at 418 446-7187.
Where is the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies available?
The MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies is a Grant and Funding