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NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility
Large-scale hydrodynamic testing facility
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The NRC Large Area Basin supports large-scale physical model testing for coastal, maritime, and river engineering projects. It is used to assess hydrodynamics, moored ship behaviour, sediment transport, scour, and wave interaction with structures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
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
- Large three-dimensional physical model studies.
- Hydrodynamics testing for marinas, ports, and harbours.
- Testing moored ship behaviour and response.
- Studies of coastal processes, sediment transport, scour, and beach response.
- Wave interaction studies for coastal and maritime structures.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industry applicants.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
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Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Large Area Basin - 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 — Large Area Basin - Research Facility?
The NRC Large Area Basin supports large-scale physical model testing for coastal, maritime, and river engineering projects. It is used to assess hydrodynamics, moored ship behaviour, sediment transport, scour, and wave interaction with structures.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility program, you must:
Large-scale physical model study.
Related to coastal or marine engineering.
Fits basin testing capabilities.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility?
Large three-dimensional physical model studies.
Hydrodynamics testing for marinas, ports, and harbours.
Testing moored ship behaviour and response.
Studies of coastal processes, sediment transport, scour, and beach response.
Wave interaction studies for coastal and maritime structures.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at NRC.ContactOCRE-ContactezGOCF.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-672-2672.
Where is the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility available?
The NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility?
NRC — Large Area Basin - Research Facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada