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PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic
Funding for collaborative aerospace R&D projects
Last Update: May 24, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2021
- Closing date : February 27, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports collaborative pre-competitive research projects for aerospace technologies. Public funding can reach up to 80% of the project value, with activities focused on sustainable aerospace, future air mobility, and digital aviation systems.
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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 strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Exploring emerging technologies for new aerospace applications.
- Validating technological elements in applied research projects.
- Transferring knowledge and technologies to the Quebec aerospace industry.
- Training students and developing aerospace skills.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Large companies, including OEMs
- Midsized companies
- SMEs
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- Personalized support is available from project idea to completion.
- Management fees apply to the total project value.
- Unsubsidized contributions may be eligible for SR&ED tax credits.
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.
What is the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic?
This program supports collaborative pre-competitive research projects for aerospace technologies. Public funding can reach up to 80% of the project value, with activities focused on sustainable aerospace, future air mobility, and digital aviation systems.
How much funding can be received?
PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was February 27, 2026.
Who is eligible for the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic program?
To be eligible for the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic program, you must:
Pre-competitive research project
Aerospace-related application
Industrial and academic collaboration
What expenses are eligible under PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic?
Exploring emerging technologies for new aerospace applications.
Validating technological elements in applied research projects.
Transferring knowledge and technologies to the Quebec aerospace industry.
Training students and developing aerospace skills.
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).
Where is the PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic available?
The PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic program is available the province of Quebec.