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NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program
Commercializing quantum solutions for advanced manufacturing
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Deadline
November 29, 2023
Opened November 1, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supported collaborative quantum commercialization projects in advanced manufacturing. It funded initiatives aligned with Canada’s quantum missions and focused on commercialization, adoption, and industrial collaboration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of advanced manufacturing tools and techniques for quantum technologies
- Deployment of quantum technologies in manufacturing
- Collaborative commercialization projects in quantum computing, communications, or sensors
- Pilot solutions addressing business-relevant problems
Documents Needed
- Project Plan
- Risk Register
- IP Plan Tables
- Financial Workbooks for each partner
- Additional attachments, such as letters of support
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Private-sector R&D not-for-profits
- Non-federal Crown corporations with commercial activities
- Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
- Other publicly funded not-for-profit organizations
- Post-secondary institutions
- Federal Crown corporations
- Government departments and agencies
- International organizations without a registered business presence in Canada
Eligible expenses
- Direct labour costs for personnel working on the project
- Subcontracting and consulting costs in Canada
- New equipment, rentals, operation, and maintenance
- Materials and supplies used in the project
- Software, licenses, room rentals, travel, IP costs, and cybersecurity costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval or start date
- Production-scale or unrelated capital costs
- Routine operations, overhead, selling, marketing, and advertising
- Costs already covered by other government funding
- Infrastructure, buildings, land, and leasehold improvements
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- 10 equally weighted assessment questions
- Projects scored out of 100 marks
- Independent expert review
- Gateway questions on scope and funding recommendation
- Previous NGen project performance may be considered
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the intake form on the program website
- Describe the concept and potential partners
- Submit basic project information for screening
- Step 2: Pass screening and due diligence
- Confirm eligibility and project fit
- Provide financial information for partner review
- Step 3: Submit the full application through the member portal
- Answer the 10 assessment questions
- Upload the required supporting documents
- Step 4: Await assessment and decision
- Applications are reviewed by independent experts
- Applicants are notified of the outcome
Processing and Agreement
- Intake proposal reviewed by the joint CQT Steering Committee
- Screening for basic eligibility and financial due diligence
- Independent expert assessment of the full application
- Applicants notified of acceptance or rejection
- Recommended projects move to contracting and then agreement
Additional information
- The program is now closed to new project proposals.
- Applicants were expected to use the NGen member portal for submissions.
- The project team should review the Collaboration Agreement and Master Project Agreement drafts before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program Program
What is the NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program?
This program supported collaborative quantum commercialization projects in advanced manufacturing. It funded initiatives aligned with Canada’s quantum missions and focused on commercialization, adoption, and industrial collaboration.
How much funding can be received?
NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 29, 2023.
Who is eligible for the NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program program?
To be eligible for the NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program program, you must:
At least two unassociated Canadian industry partners.
At least one SME must participate.
Project must align with a quantum mission.
What expenses are eligible under NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program?
Development of advanced manufacturing tools and techniques for quantum technologies
Deployment of quantum technologies in manufacturing
Collaborative commercialization projects in quantum computing, communications, or sensors
Pilot solutions addressing business-relevant problems
Who can I contact for more information about the NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program?
You can contact Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) by email at quantum@ngen.ca.
Where is the NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program available?
The NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program program is available across Canada.