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NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility

Astronomical data research facility in Victoria
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Government of Canada
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Large-scale scientific computing infrastructure, as well as specialized astronomy and data management expertise to enable new astronomical discoveries.

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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
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Higher Education
  • Research
Target groups
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • National
  • International

Next steps

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Determine your project
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Activities funded

This grant supports activities related to the management and processing of large astronomical data sets using advanced computing and cloud technologies. Eligible projects include the development and integration of data services, as well as fostering partnerships within the research community.

  • Development of sophisticated tools for astronomical data mining, processing, and distribution.
  • Integration of cloud computing capabilities with existing data management systems.
  • Collaboration with research networks like CANFAR for enhanced virtualization of astronomical data resources.
  • Design of generic cloud and data services for community-specific functionalities.
  • Transition of data storage infrastructure to national platforms like Compute Canada.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Astronomy research institutions, universities, and organizations involved in data-intensive scientific computing within Canada are the primary applicants for this grant. They must be aligned with the CADC's focus on astronomical data management and cloud-based research initiatives.

Who is not eligible

There are some types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Specifically, companies operating outside of the astronomy and data-intensive scientific computing fields may not qualify.

  • Companies in industries not related to astronomy or data-intensive scientific computing.
  • Non-Canadian companies.

Eligible expenses

This grant is targeted at expanding the scientific capabilities and collaborative reach of the Canadian Astronomy Data Centre (CADC). Eligible activities include projects that enhance data processing infrastructure, develop partnerships with other research institutions, and facilitate advanced astronomical research.

  • Development and integration of high-performance cloud computing infrastructure for data-intensive astronomy research.
  • Collaborative projects with the Canadian Advanced Network For Astronomical Research (CANFAR) and Compute Canada to establish a cloud ecosystem supporting astronomy data management.
  • Transition of CADC hardware and data storage services to national advanced computing infrastructure as part of the CADC-CANFAR-Compute Canada Transition Project (C3TP).
  • Creating tools and software frameworks to enhance the research capacities of Canadian and international astronomers.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The Canadian Astronomy Data Centre (CADC) operates in collaboration with the Canadian Space Agency and NRC.
  • CADC is part of a global network and supports international collaboration in astronomical research.
  • It provides significant resources for large-scale data storage and processing, facilitating research that leads to groundbreaking discoveries.
  • CADC transitions from traditional data hosting to an integrated systems provider, emphasizing the use of cloud computing models.
  • Partnerships with CANFAR and Compute Canada are crucial for its transition to a cloud-based ecosystem.

Contacts

jj.kavelaars@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
250-363-8694

Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility. 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 — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility?

Large-scale scientific computing infrastructure, as well as specialized astronomy and data management expertise to enable new astronomical discoveries.

What expenses are eligible under NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility?

This grant supports activities related to the management and processing of large astronomical data sets using advanced computing and cloud technologies. Eligible projects include the development and integration of data services, as well as fostering partnerships within the research community. Development of sophisticated tools for astronomical data mining, processing, and distribution. Integration of cloud computing capabilities with existing data management systems. Collaboration with research networks like CANFAR for enhanced virtualization of astronomical data resources. Design of generic cloud and data services for community-specific functionalities. Transition of data storage infrastructure to national platforms like Compute Canada.

Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility?

You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at jj.kavelaars@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 250-363-8694.

Where is the NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility available?

The NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?

NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility is a Researchers And Facilities

Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility?

NRC — Canadian Astronomy Data Centre - Research Facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada

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