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NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation
Collaborate on automotive and surface transportation R&D
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Access technical and advisory services, research facilities and licensing opportunities for automotive research.
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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 a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The grant aims to advance innovation and excellence in the Canadian automotive and surface transportation sectors. It supports projects focused on sustainability, safety, and technological advancements within these industries.
- Development and integration of low-emission technologies for ground transportation.
- Enhancement of climate resilience and safety measures in transportation systems.
- Advancement of digital and sustainable manufacturing processes.
- Creation of solutions promoting the circular economy and biodegradable materials.
- Research and development in defence and security systems for transportation.
- Product development and de-risking of new transportation technologies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
There are eligible types of companies for this grant. The grant is available for research collaborations with industries from various sectors along the supply chain that are seeking research expertise, facilities, and technologies to enhance their manufacturing processes.
- Companies within the ground transportation sector
- Industries looking to develop low-emission technologies
- Organizations interested in climate resilience and safety in transportation
- Manufacturing companies aiming for digital and sustainable practices
- Companies focusing on circular economy and biodegradable materials
- Organizations in the defence and security sector
Eligible expenses
This grant supports projects that enhance innovation and sustainability in the transportation and manufacturing sectors. Eligible activities focus on developing advanced technologies, improving safety, and promoting environmentally-friendly practices.
- Development and integration of low-emission technologies for ground transportation.
- Research contributing to climate resilience and safety in the Canadian transportation system.
- Advancements in digital and sustainable manufacturing processes.
- Creation of circular economy and biodegradable material solutions.
- Research and technical services for defence and security systems in transportation.
- Collaboration with industry for de-risking and commercializing new surface transportation technologies.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation. 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.
What is the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation?
Access technical and advisory services, research facilities and licensing opportunities for automotive research.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation program, you must:
The applicant should be part of the ground transportation supply chain sector seeking research expertise and technological advancement.
Collaboration with academia, industry, or government in surface transportation and manufacturing improvements may be required.
Projects focusing on clean technologies, net-zero transition, sustainable manufacturing, digital solutions, or defence-related transportation systems might be prioritized.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation?
The grant aims to advance innovation and excellence in the Canadian automotive and surface transportation sectors. It supports projects focused on sustainability, safety, and technological advancements within these industries. Development and integration of low-emission technologies for ground transportation.
Enhancement of climate resilience and safety measures in transportation systems.
Advancement of digital and sustainable manufacturing processes.
Creation of solutions promoting the circular economy and biodegradable materials.
Research and development in defence and security systems for transportation.
Product development and de-risking of new transportation technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC).
Where is the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation available?
The NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation program is available across Canada.
Is the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation?
NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada