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NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre
Developing innovative biologics through clinical trials
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The centre supports the development and testing of innovative biologics in Canada, with a focus on vaccines and therapeutics. It covers activities from discovery and pre-clinical R&D to bioprocess development and production of clinical trial material, with GMP-compliant capabilities at the clinical trial material facility.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Design of early-stage biologics.
- Pre-clinical research and evaluation.
- Bioprocess development and scale-up.
- Production of clinical trial material.
- Technology transfer for biologics development.
Documents Needed
- Client intake form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industry
- Hospitals and health networks
- Academia
- Government
- Canadian and international clients
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Montreal, Quebec
Additional information
- The centre works with industry, hospitals, health networks, academia, and government.
- Collaboration is available with Canadian and international clients.
- It supports technology transfer, including asset licensing and co-development.
- The clinical trial material facility is located in Montreal, Quebec.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre. 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 — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre?
The centre supports the development and testing of innovative biologics in Canada, with a focus on vaccines and therapeutics. It covers activities from discovery and pre-clinical R&D to bioprocess development and production of clinical trial material, with GMP-compliant capabilities at the clinical trial material facility.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre program, you must:
Projects in innovative biologics.
Biologics development or testing.
Collaboration with NRC experts.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre?
Design of early-stage biologics.
Pre-clinical research and evaluation.
Bioprocess development and scale-up.
Production of clinical trial material.
Technology transfer for biologics development.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at paul.payette@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-204-8374.
Where is the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre available?
The NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre?
NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada