Panel innovation platform
QC, Canada
The Innovation Platform for Next-Generation Engineered Wood and Composite Panels Grant.
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- grant_single|openingDateMay 15, 2017
- grant_single|closingDateDecember 31, 2025
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks
- Gouvernement du Québec
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The Platform for Innovation in Panels program, funded by the Government of Québec, aims to boost innovation, diversification, and competitiveness within the panel and engineered wood composites industry. Eligible activities include research and development in areas such as raw material diversification, innovative processing methods, new adhesive formulations, and the development of high-performance, eco-friendly structural and non-structural panels.
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This grant targets the businesses located in a specific geographical region in Canada. The program ensures that the benefits are optimized within the local ecosystem.
- Companies and research centers based in the province of Quebec.
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$420,000
Development of thermal and sound insulation panels
$330,000
Optimization of raw material sources for composite panels
$300,000
Strategic market analysis for eco-friendly composite panels
$400,000
Development of biosourced adhesives for eco-friendly panels
$450,000
Creation of multi-property eco-friendly panels
$390,000
Innovative molding techniques for composite panels
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The eligibility criteria for this grant require specific qualifications related to the nature of the entity applying and their collaborative approach.
- The applicant must be an enterprise or a group of enterprises with a profit-making purpose and legally constituted.
- Eligible entities include those involved in primary, secondary, and tertiary processing, recognized research and teaching centers, and organizations specialized in the panel and composite engineered wood industry.
- Projects must be submitted by a research center acting as the applicant and supported by at least two collaborating enterprises.
- All projects must be conducted in Quebec and benefit local companies and facilities.
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The eligible applicants for this grant are profit-oriented businesses, legally constituted, in the primary, secondary, or tertiary processing sectors, as well as recognized research and teaching centers and specialized organizations in the composite panels and engineered wood industry. To encourage greater synergy and achieve the platform's objectives, projects must be submitted by a research center (applicant) and supported by at least two companies (collaborators).
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This grant does not provide explicit information about the types of companies or industries that are expressly excluded from applying. The document primarily focuses on eligibility criteria without detailing restrictions or ineligible sectors.
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This grant supports projects aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and innovation within the composite wood and panel industry. Eligible activities focus on developing new materials, processes, adhesives, products, and market insights critical for industry advancement.
- Diversification of sources of raw materials and development of novel pre-processing techniques.
- Innovative manufacturing processes like layering, drying, pressing, and laminating for creating advanced panels.
- Development of alternative or improved adhesives that are bio-sourced, low-emission, and high performance.
- Creation of more efficient structural panels, thermal and acoustic insulation panels, and eco-friendly multiproperty panels.
- Conducting market studies, strategic analyses, surveys, examining codes and standards, and assessing environmental impacts like carbon sequestration and lifecycle analysis.
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The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the project development and realization under the Plateforme d'innovation panneaux initiative.
- Direct costs of materials.
- Renting, acquisition, and installation costs for equipment directly related to the projects.
- Purchase and development costs of essential software for the project realization.
- Sampling and quality control costs related to developing a manufacturing process.
- Application and acquisition costs for patents or intellectual property protection.
- Costs related to goods (reports, studies) or rights (licenses) for technology transfer.
- Costs for work conducted outside Quebec when necessary and essential for the project, maintaining reasonable proportions of total project costs.
- Consulting and expertise fees (excluding geotechnical studies).
- Documentation collection fees (scientific articles, reports, specialized works).
- Subcontracting costs.
- Direct labor costs, including social benefits and mandatory contributions up to MFFP-approved rates (for companies).
- Professional fees (according to MFFP-approved rates).
- Documentation costs (scientific articles, reports, specialized works).
- Certification and homologation fees, in whole or in part.
- Prototype and systems production costs.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Platform d’Innovation Panneaux grant are based on specific criteria to ensure the successful alignment with the platform's objectives and strategic priorities.
- Pertinence of the project in relation to the priority research axes and themes set by the platform.
- Magnitude of impact within the industry or market the innovation or solution addresses.
- Expected outcomes and benefits for the industry and Quebec.
- Strength and effectiveness of the industrial, research, and financial partnerships (leverage effect).
- Technical capability of the applicant and their collaborators to execute the project.
- Clarity and relevance of the objectives and anticipated results.
- Cost-benefit analysis and realistic cost-effectiveness ratio.
- Clarity and quality of the proposed approach or work plan.
- Realistic project timelines and milestones.
- Adequacy of resources to ensure achievement of results within a rapid timeline.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Preliminary Preparation
- Identify a legally constituted research center as the main applicant and at least two collaborating companies.
- Ensure eligibility of your project based on the program criteria and research themes.
- Step 2: Complete Required Documentation
- Fill out the project submission form as provided in Annex 1 of the guide.
- Prepare additional required documents such as detailed work plans, and ensure all sections are filled.
- Step 3: Assemble Support Documents
- Gather letters of support from collaborating enterprises outlining their contributions.
- Compile any additional relevant materials like plans, diagrams, financial details, or use of out-of-province resources as annexed information.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Email the completed application form and all accompanying documents to pierre.vezina@cifq.qc.ca.
- Step 5: Follow-Up
- Regularly follow up on application status and attend necessary discussions or meetings as required.
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This grant aims to support the innovation, diversification, and competitiveness of the composite wood products industry in Quebec.
- This platform was announced on May 15, 2017, with a total investment of four million dollars from 2017 to 2021.
- The projects must be submitted by a research center and supported by at least two companies.
- The grant is eligible for projects that diversify raw material sources or develop innovative processing techniques, adhesives, and products.
- Eligible expenses include direct material costs, equipment rental, software acquisition, quality control expenses, patent fees, and labor costs, among others.
- Non-eligible expenses include travel costs, office equipment, project financing costs, and advertising expenses.
- A minimum private contribution of 5% in cash is required, with the total private contribution reaching at least 25% of the project costs.
- Projects must adhere to a maximum government aid coverage of 75% of the project costs.
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418-657-7916
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Transforming the Future of Composite Panel Industry
Backed by the Government of Quebec, this grant facilitates the development of next-generation engineered wood and composite panels through innovative research and process improvement. With significant financial support, the platform brings together industry leaders and research centers, marking a new era of competitiveness and sustainable growth for Quebec’s panel industry.
Exploring the Impactful Scope of the Innovation Platform Grant
The Innovation Platform for Composite Panels and Engineered Wood Project, supported by Quebec's Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks, signifies a pivotal movement towards enhancing the global competitiveness of Quebec's composite panel industry. As a crucial investment initiative announced in May 2017, it aims to infuse $4 million between 2017 and 2021. This grant steeps itself in the strategic vision to uphold Quebec's leadership in research, development, and market intelligence, tailoring innovative products to meet the evolving demands of current and future clientele.
The core of this grant lies in fostering collaboration among profit-based companies at different stages of processing, recognized research centers, and specialized organizations in the composite panel industry. A minimum of two companies are to partner with a leading research entity to present their eligible projects. This structure not only promotes synergy but also breaks down silos within industry and academic settings. By funding innovative projects, the grant aims to advance fines in diversified raw material sourcing, improved adhesive formulations, novel panel products, and methodical market studies.
Eligible expenses under the grant align closely with project goals such as material costs, equipment rentals, software development, patent applications, and quality control for new fabrication processes. By effectively covering these costs, businesses are enabled to focus on innovation and market competitiveness rather than financial constraints. The financial aid is structured to cover up to 75% of eligible expenses, subject to a rigorous approval process facilitated by a coordination committee.
The committee, composed of MFFP and CIFQ representatives, holds a vital role in project selection through a quarterly review process. Their strategic vetting ensures that funded projects have a meaningful impact on Quebec's industry, supplemented by advisory insights from the Platform's prioritization committee. This framework thus fosters an environment where strategic projects receive due attention and resources.
The Platform’s long-term vision is encapsulated in its commitment to receiving applications up to December 2025, fostering an ongoing cycle of innovation. By supporting technological advancements in adhesive and panel product development, the grant facilitates strategic partnerships among universities like Laval University, FPInnovations, and numerous industry partners.
This structured initiative exemplifies a well-rounded grant process aimed at building an ecosystem for technological growth in Quebec. By participating in this program, project participants do not encapsulate just a grant relationship but enter a continuum of development and impact, thereby ensuring Quebec's standing in the innovative landscape of the composite panel industry.”
