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NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology
Real-life testing support for housing innovations
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Canadian Centre for Housing Technology provides real-life, fully monitored testing environments in Ottawa for manufacturers, public utilities, and housing technology companies. It supports the development and validation of innovative residential products and systems through research and measurement projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research and development for innovative housing products and systems.
- Measurement and verification projects for residential technologies.
- Real-life performance testing of housing technologies.
- Validation of prototypes before field trials.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Manufacturers
- Public utilities
- Housing technology companies
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa, Ontario
How to apply
1
Initial Contact
Contact Chris Pezoulas, Director of Business Development, via telephone at 613-993-9502 or email at Christopher.Pezoulas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca to express your interest and discuss potential collaboration opportunities.
2
Proposal Development
- Work with the CCHT team to design a research, development, or measurement and verification project that aligns with your company’s goals and needs.
- Utilize the expertise of CCHT's research officers, engineers, and technicians to help develop the project proposal.
3
Project Proposal Submission
- Prepare the final project proposal detailing the research methodology, objectives, and expected outcomes.
- Submit the project proposal to the CCHT for review and approval.
4
Proposal Review and Feedback
- The CCHT will review the submitted project proposal and provide feedback or request modifications if necessary.
- Make any required adjustments to the proposal based on the feedback received.
5
Final Approval and Agreement
- Upon approval of the project proposal, formalize the partnership agreement with the CCHT.
- Define the project timeline, responsibilities, and monitoring metrics.
6
Project Initiation
- Begin the collaborative project with access to CCHT research facilities and resources as outlined in the agreement.
- Regularly communicate with the CCHT team to ensure project goals are being met.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology Program
What is the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology?
The Canadian Centre for Housing Technology provides real-life, fully monitored testing environments in Ottawa for manufacturers, public utilities, and housing technology companies. It supports the development and validation of innovative residential products and systems through research and measurement projects.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology program, you must:
Manufacturers, utilities, housing tech companies
R&D or measurement and verification projects
Innovative residential products or systems
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology?
Research and development for innovative housing products and systems.
Measurement and verification projects for residential technologies.
Real-life performance testing of housing technologies.
Validation of prototypes before field trials.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at Christopher.Pezoulas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 343-990-9101.
Where is the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology available?
The NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology?
NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)