grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDateAugust 18, 2023
  • grant_single|closingDateOctober 13, 2023
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed

grant_single_labels|preview

Get a non-refundable grant up to $150,000 per partner company (to a maximum of $600,000) to cover up to 50% of the expenses when you partner with at least one other business and a research centre on an artificial intelligence project in the field of metal

grant_single_labels|projects

There are eligible activities for this grant:
  • Development of transformation processes - New processes, improvement of existing processes, automation, industry 4.0, 3D printing, etc.
  • Design of advanced metal products - New alloys, better fabricability, lightweight structures, development and improvement of products or equipment, metal powders, etc.
  • Reduction of ecological footprint - Decrease in polluting emissions or greenhouse gases, valorization of by-products from metal transformation activities, energy recovery, and more.
  • Digital innovation - Development and adaptation of new technologies, automation-robotization, data modeling and processing, use of artificial intelligence, etc.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$125,000

Development of eco-friendly metal transformation processes

$150,000

Use AI to optimize metal powder production

$150,000

Development of 3D printing technology for custom metal components

$150,000

Automation of metal recycling processes using AI

$150,000

Development of lightweight yet strong metal alloys

$150,000

Automation of metal cutting processes using AI technology

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The eligibility criteria for this grant include:
  • Be legally constituted under federal or Quebec laws and registered in the Quebec Business Registry.
  • Have headquarters in Quebec and primarily operate with employees or subcontractors in Quebec.
  • Employ 249 individuals or fewer.
  • Contribute significantly to the project.
  • Be in good standing as members of CRITM.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Yes, there are eligible types of companies for this grant:
  • Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the metal transformation sector
  • Startups working in the metal processing industry

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. Specifically, companies controlled directly or indirectly by a government, municipal entity, or state-owned corporation, as well as those listed as ineligible for public contracts or under insolvency protection, are not eligible.
  • Companies controlled by a government, municipal entity, or state-owned corporation
  • Companies listed as ineligible for public contracts
  • Companies under insolvency protection

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include project costs related to research and development activities, personnel costs, equipment purchases, and other direct project expenses.
  • Research and development activities
  • Personnel costs
  • Equipment purchases
  • Other direct project expenses

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

Eligible geographic zones for this grant are Quebec, Canada.
  • Quebec, Canada

grant_single_labels|criteria

Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
  • Relevance to the research axes of the CRITM
  • Quality and feasibility of the proposed project
  • Contribution to innovation and competitiveness in the metal transformation sector
  • Criticality of the project for the sector and potential impact
  • Financial and organizational capacity of the applicants

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Check Eligibility
  • Content: Ensure the enterprise meets the eligibility criteria outlined in the grant guidelines, including size, location, sector focus, and membership requirements.
  • Implications: Eligibility is crucial for the success of the application; ineligible enterprises will not be considered for funding.
  • Step 2: Form Partnerships
  • Content: Collaborate with at least one research institution and form partnerships with other eligible enterprises if required.
  • Implications: Partnerships enhance the quality of the proposal and demonstrate a commitment to collaborative research.
  • Step 3: Develop a Project Proposal
  • Content: Create a detailed project proposal aligned with the research areas specified in the grant, addressing the objectives and research axes of the CRITM.
  • Implications: The quality and relevance of the project proposal significantly impact the chances of securing funding.
  • Step 4: Submit Application
  • Content: Complete and submit the application form along with all required documentation before the specified deadline.
  • Implications: Late or incomplete submissions may result in disqualification from the grant competition.

grant_single_labels|documents

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