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PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic

Q: How much funding can be received?

PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was February 27, 2026.

Q: Who is eligible for the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic program?

To be eligible for the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic program, you must: No specific eligibility criteria for the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic grant are identified from the given information.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic?

You can contact Consortium for Research and Innovation in Aerospace in Quebec (CRIAQ).

Q: Where is the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic available?

The PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Funding for Quebec aerospace R&D collaborations in AI

Grant and Funding

Consortium for Research and Innovation in Aerospace in Quebec

Overview

Get a non-refundable grant up to $500,000 to cover up to 40% of eligible expenses when your SME partners with a research centre on a artificial intelligence R&D project in the field of aerospace.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Develop strategic partnerships

Research and experimental development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Up to 40% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2021
Closing date : February 27, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Startups

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 500,000

AI-based autonomous drone navigation system with a university collaboration

$ 480,000

AI-driven predictive maintenance system for aerospace components with INRS partnership

$ 500,000

AI research on noise reduction in jet engines with collaboration from universities

$ 500,000

Development of AI-based flight optimization algorithms in partnership with a university

$ 400,000

AI platform for real-time turbulence prediction with a college partnership

$ 500,000

AI enhancement of satellite imagery analysis with collaboration from universities

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for this grant are as follows:

Be a large company, SME or mid-sized company
Submit a pre-competitive research project for aerospace technologies
Explore emerging technologies for aerospace applications
Validate technological elements in industry-led research projects
Access public research expertise
Enable the transfer of knowledge and technologies to Quebec industry
Train students and develop skills for the Quebec aerospace industry

Who is eligible?

This grant is aimed at fostering innovation in the aerospace and mobility sectors, with a focus on developing advanced Li-ion battery systems.

Companies involved in the aerospace industry focusing on battery technology.
Businesses engaged in mobility solutions that integrate sustainable energy innovations.
Start-ups or organizations specializing in energy storage and battery systems.
Research institutions collaborating on projects to advance Li-ion battery technologies.
Partnerships promoting innovation in sustainable energy systems for transportation.

Eligible expenses

This grant targets projects dedicated to the advancement and integration of Li-ion battery systems, particularly in specialized sectors like aerospace and mobility. The focus is on fostering innovation and enhancing industry capabilities in these high-tech fields.

Developing advanced Li-ion battery systems for aerospace applications.
Innovating energy storage solutions for mobility technologies.
Enhancing the safety and efficiency of battery systems in specialized applications.
Research and development projects aimed at extending the life cycle of Li-ion batteries.
Collaboration initiatives between academia and industry to accelerate Li-ion battery integration in new sectors.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Volinergy is seeking a highly structured approach to deliver its new product within a tight time frame while maximizing its market potential.

Technical feasibility and innovation of the proposed project
Relevance to the aerospace and mobility sectors
Market potential and scalability of the product
Capability of the team to execute the project successfully

How to apply

Intention Form

Fill out the letter of intent (LoI) form available on the dedicated portal.
Submit the form before the deadline of September 15, 2024.

Project submission

Finalize the drafting of the complete project proposal.
Submit the project proposal before the deadline of October 15, 2024.

Contact and assistance

Contact the project portfolio team for any assistance or additional information.

Documents and links

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic. 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.