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  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
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  • grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Partnering and Collaboration
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
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grant_card_status|closed

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The NGen Cluster Building Project provides up to $150,000 in funding to support collaborative initiatives among Canadian SMEs aimed at accelerating the adoption and scale-up of advanced manufacturing technologies. Eligible activities include workforce development, market expansion, training, and the implementation of best practices and digital processes within manufacturing clusters.

grant_single_labels_website|terms_and_conditions

  • Maximum eligible project value is $150,000.
  • NGen will reimburse up to 50% of eligible project costs, not exceeding $75,000.
  • Capital and equipment expenses are limited to the lesser of 10% of the total project value or $15,000.
  • Only expenses incurred for Canadian subcontractors are reimbursable.
  • A one-time, non-refundable project administration fee of 2.5% of the total project cost must be paid at project launch.

grant_single_labels_website|projects

  • Creation or enhancement of advanced manufacturing clusters through collaboration among Canadian SMEs.
  • Development and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies, best practices, and digital workflows.
  • Initiatives focused on workforce development, skills enhancement, and advanced training for cluster members.
  • Projects aimed at expanding market opportunities and fostering commercial growth for participating SMEs.
  • Collaborative efforts to establish industry benchmarks, technology development roadmaps, and sustainable, long-term business plans for manufacturing clusters.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 70,000

Developing a digital inventory management system for farmer cooperatives

$ 82,500

Implementing a new ERP system for supply chain management at Fresh Joe's Produce

$ 75,000

Launching an eco-friendly packaging line in collaboration with Sustainable Solutions Inc

$ 110,000

Upgrading machinery for advanced manufacturing capabilities at Maple Leaf Inc

$ 60,000

Establishing a community makerspace with advanced 3D printing facilities

$ 140,000

Launching a robotic automation line for manufacturing at Stellar Manufacturing

grant_single_labels_website|admissibility

  • The applicant must be an SME (fewer than 500 employees) or a not-for-profit organization, incorporated in Canada.
  • Applicants must be members of NGen (Next Generation Manufacturing Canada) at the time of application.
  • The project must involve the creation or support of a cluster consisting of at least five Canadian for-profit SMEs who are members of NGen.
  • The primary purpose of the project must be to enhance collaboration among Canadian SMEs in advanced manufacturing through activities such as technology adoption, workforce development, training, or market expansion.
  • Applicants must be able to demonstrate the capacity and commitment to complete the project within the required timelines and agree to NGen’s financial due diligence processes.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

  • Canadian for-profit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in advanced manufacturing
  • Membership-based manufacturing clusters consisting of at least five Canadian for-profit SMEs
  • Industry associations incorporated in Canada and primarily funded by private sector contributions
  • Not-for-profit organizations that facilitate and fund research and development, provided over 50% of their funding comes from private-sector organizations

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

  • Publicly funded not-for-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, federal Crown corporations, and government departments or agencies are not eligible to receive funding directly.
  • International organizations (offshore companies and research organizations without an incorporated presence in Canada) cannot receive Supercluster funding for their project activities.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

  • Staffing costs directly associated with cluster building activities.
  • Office costs related to the project.
  • Legal costs incurred for the collaboration.
  • Travel expenses linked to project activities.
  • Costs for joint assessments, studies, and reports conducted collaboratively.
  • Expenses for Canadian subcontractors supporting project activities.
  • Capital and equipment purchases, provided these do not exceed the lesser of 10% of the total project value or $15,000.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

  • Companies incorporated in Canada

grant_single_labels_website|criteria

  • Clarity and significance of the opportunity addressed by the project, including key objectives and expected impacts.
  • Quality and feasibility of the overall project and risk management plan, with clear milestones and deliverables.
  • Transformative potential of the project and ability to drive meaningful change in advanced manufacturing for cluster members.
  • Economic benefits anticipated for members and the broader ecosystem, including potential for business growth and job creation.
  • Capability and experience of the project team to deliver the proposed benefits, including governance and resource allocation.

grant_single_labels_website|apply

1
Read the guidance documents for Cluster Building funding.
Contact project@ngen.ca for questions or advice on your application.
2
Download the document templates to support your project application.

3
Fill out the application documents according to the downloaded templates.

grant_single_labels_website|otherInfo

  • A one-time, non-refundable project administration fee equal to 2.5% of the total project cost is required at launch.
  • All partner organizations in the consortium must be identified in the proposal, whether contracting or non-contracting members.
  • The financial due diligence will include a Business Credit Report or similar review for all contracting partners.
  • The project must be completed within twelve months of contract initiation.

grant_single_labels_website|documents

NGen — Cluster Building Project

grant_single_labels_website|contact

capacity@ngen.ca

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