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Panel Innovation Platform (PIP)
Support for collaborative innovation projects in Quebec’s panel and engineered wood composites industry
Last Update: May 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000 - $ 250,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2026
- Closing date : June 5, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) supports collaborative research, innovation and development projects for next-generation panels and engineered wood composites in Quebec. Since March 2026, the platform has been supported by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED/DEC) through a new $2M investment through 2029, administered with the Conseil de l’industrie forestière du Québec (CIFQ). The platform helps Quebec manufacturers develop new products, processes, adhesives, raw material approaches and market intelligence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Minimum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2026
- Closing date : June 5, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- 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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Diversification and development of raw materials for panels and engineered wood composites.
- Development or validation of innovative manufacturing processes.
- Development, adaptation or validation of innovative adhesives.
- Development of innovative products, prototypes or systems.
- Market, strategy, standards, certification or life-cycle assessment studies tied to panel innovation.
Documents Needed
- Completed project submission form.
- Information on the applicant research or teaching centre and the Quebec company collaborators.
- Project description, objectives, work plan, expected results, budget and timeline.
- Details of partner contributions, including cash and in-kind contributions where applicable.
- Any supporting documentation requested by the CIFQ for eligibility or evaluation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Recognized research and teaching centres may submit projects as applicants.
- For-profit businesses or business groups legally constituted in Quebec may participate as collaborators, including companies in first, second or third wood transformation.
- Specialized organizations in the panel and engineered wood composites sector may participate when the project benefits Quebec industry.
- Each project must include at least two Quebec company collaborators.
Who is not eligible
- Projects submitted without a recognized research or teaching centre as lead applicant are not eligible.
- Projects without at least two Quebec company collaborators are not eligible.
- Projects carried out outside Quebec or without clear benefits for Quebec panel or engineered wood companies are not eligible.
- Projects outside the platform’s priority axes or without a credible industrial/commercial transfer path are not eligible.
Eligible expenses
- Patent, intellectual property and technology protection costs.
- Technology transfer reports, studies, licences and related documentation.
- Studies, expert advice, professional fees and subcontracting.
- Certification, homologation and standards-related costs.
- Prototype, system and technical validation costs directly tied to the approved project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Expenses must be accepted by the CIFQ and directly tied to the approved project. Costs outside the approved DEC-CIFQ project scope, costs that are not reasonable or documented, and expenses that do not meet the agreement requirements are not eligible.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec. Projects must be carried out in Quebec and benefit Quebec wood processing, panel or engineered wood composites businesses or facilities.
Processing and Agreement
- The CIFQ verifies project eligibility before committee evaluation.
- Eligible projects are evaluated and prioritized within 30 days after the annual call closes.
- Approved projects are managed through claims, supporting documentation and required progress reports.
- Final reports for accepted projects under the platform must be submitted no later than March 31, 2029.
Additional information
- The 2026 guide states that information is valid until March 31, 2027.
- The current platform period runs from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2029.
- The 2026 call for projects closes on May 31, 2026. Additional calls are expected in 2027 and 2028.
- For information, contact Cyril Michaud at 438-927-1624 or pip@cifq.qc.ca.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Panel Innovation Platform (PIP). 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 Panel Innovation Platform (PIP)?
The Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) supports collaborative research, innovation and development projects for next-generation panels and engineered wood composites in Quebec. Since March 2026, the platform has been supported by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED/DEC) through a new $2M investment through 2029, administered with the Conseil de l’industrie forestière du Québec (CIFQ). The platform helps Quebec manufacturers develop new products, processes, adhesives, raw material approaches and market intelligence.
How much funding can be received?
Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **June 5, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) program?
To be eligible for the Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) program, you must:
Projects must be submitted by a recognized research or teaching centre and supported by at least two Quebec companies.
Projects must be carried out in Quebec and benefit Quebec panel or engineered wood composites businesses.
Projects must fit one of the platform’s priority research axes.
What expenses are eligible under Panel Innovation Platform (PIP)?
Diversification and development of raw materials for panels and engineered wood composites.
Development or validation of innovative manufacturing processes.
Development, adaptation or validation of innovative adhesives.
Development of innovative products, prototypes or systems.
Market, strategy, standards, certification or life-cycle assessment studies tied to panel innovation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Panel Innovation Platform (PIP)?
You can contact CIFQ by email at pip@cifq.qc.ca or by phone at 438-927-1624.
Where is the Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) available?
The Panel Innovation Platform (PIP) program is available the province of Quebec.