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OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics
Accelerated R&D support for optics photonics and quantum innovation
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics is an accelerated innovation support program managed by Optech for Quebec companies developing products or technologies that integrate optics, photonics, or quantum technologies, offering up to 40% leverage. Eligible activities include feasibility studies, optical design, prototyping, automation and programming, data analysis and processing, testing, and pilot production to accelerate development and reduce validation costs.
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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
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new products or technologies that integrate optics, photonics, or quantum technologies.
- Acceleration of product or process development projects involving optics-photonics or quantum technologies.
- Feasibility and validation projects for optics/photonics or quantum technology innovations.
- Prototyping and testing projects for solutions using optics, photonics, or quantum technologies.
- Pilot production projects for optics/photonics or quantum technology-based innovations.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec-based companies active in high-tech sectors
- Companies developing products or technologies integrating optics
- Companies developing products or technologies integrating photonics
- Companies developing products or technologies integrating quantum technologies
Eligible expenses
- Feasibility study costs.
- Optical design services.
- Prototyping costs.
- Automation and programming services.
- Data analysis and processing services.
- Testing and validation costs.
- Pilot production costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Optech reviews the application and communicates a decision within a maximum of 2 weeks (if approved).
Additional information
- Approved leverage is announced within a maximum of two weeks.
- The program is positioned as an accelerated innovation initiative managed by Optech.
- Optech highlights over 20 years of experience supporting companies with innovation projects.
- Support may include guidance to access grants and tax credits related to the project.
Frequently Asked Questions about the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics. 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 OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics?
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics is an accelerated innovation support program managed by Optech for Quebec companies developing products or technologies that integrate optics, photonics, or quantum technologies, offering up to 40% leverage. Eligible activities include feasibility studies, optical design, prototyping, automation and programming, data analysis and processing, testing, and pilot production to accelerate development and reduce validation costs.
How much funding can be received?
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics program?
To be eligible for the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics program, you must:
Quebec-based company
Developing products/technologies integrating optics, photonics, or quantum technologies
Active in a high-tech sector
What expenses are eligible under OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics?
Development of new products or technologies that integrate optics, photonics, or quantum technologies.
Acceleration of product or process development projects involving optics-photonics or quantum technologies.
Feasibility and validation projects for optics/photonics or quantum technology innovations.
Prototyping and testing projects for solutions using optics, photonics, or quantum technologies.
Pilot production projects for optics/photonics or quantum technology-based innovations.
Where is the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics available?
The OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics?
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics is funded by Optech