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NRC — Fire safety testing facility
Fire safety testing and research support
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The NRC Fire Safety Testing Facility provides fire safety testing and research support for Canadian industry, government, and academia. It covers material fire behaviour, fire resistance testing, fire protection systems, and custom testing for research and development, with standard and customized programs available in Ottawa.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Fire performance testing of materials, structural systems, and products.
- Fire resistance research and testing.
- Development and testing of fire protection, smoke management, detection, and suppression systems.
- Fire modelling, fire risk assessment, and human behaviour studies in fire emergencies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Construction companies
- Transportation companies
- Marine companies
- Aerospace companies
- Automotive companies
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Canada
Additional information
- The NRC offers both standard testing and customized testing programs.
- Standard testing is available at the Ottawa facilities.
- The NRC works with industry, government, academia, and partners from across sectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Fire safety testing facility Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Fire safety testing 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 — Fire safety testing facility?
The NRC Fire Safety Testing Facility provides fire safety testing and research support for Canadian industry, government, and academia. It covers material fire behaviour, fire resistance testing, fire protection systems, and custom testing for research and development, with standard and customized programs available in Ottawa.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Fire safety testing facility program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Fire safety testing facility program, you must:
Fire safety testing or research
Fits NRC facility capabilities
Standard or custom testing request
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Fire safety testing facility?
Fire performance testing of materials, structural systems, and products.
Fire resistance research and testing.
Development and testing of fire protection, smoke management, detection, and suppression systems.
Fire modelling, fire risk assessment, and human behaviour studies in fire emergencies.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Fire safety testing facility?
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 — Fire safety testing facility available?
The NRC — Fire safety testing facility program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Fire safety testing facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Fire safety testing facility is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Fire safety testing facility?
NRC — Fire safety testing facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada