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PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation
Supports innovative business projects accelerating technology adoption in Montréal
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The PME MTL — Call for Projects: Innovation program offers non-repayable financial support of up to $50,000 to accelerate the commercialization or integration of innovative products and technologies in Montreal-based businesses. Eligible activities include specialized workforce funding, hiring researchers, subcontracting technical services, and digital technology training.
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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 a new product or service
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- 2 employees minimum
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization of innovative products or solutions.
- Implementation or integration of new technologies within a business.
- Adoption of innovative business processes to increase productivity.
- Development of innovations with positive impact on the Montréal community.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Privately held companies operating within the Montréal agglomeration
- Businesses engaged in developing or commercializing innovative products or technologies
- Companies seeking to integrate new technologies into their operations
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and fees for specialized personnel involved in commercialization (e.g., technical-commercial staff, business developers, engineers for process integration).
- Recruitment costs for hiring students or researchers, particularly in artificial intelligence through recognized programs such as MITACS.
- Subcontracting fees for project development with firms providing technical services (e.g., market identification and development, market studies, use of artificial intelligence).
- Training expenses related to the implementation of digital technologies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses established within the Montréal agglomeration territory.
Additional information
- Applicants can receive personalized support from a PME MTL innovation director throughout the process.
- Innovation experts are available on request to validate project eligibility before submission.
- PME MTL suggests connecting with local experts based on your business postal code or service hub.
Frequently Asked Questions about the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation. 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 PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation?
The PME MTL — Call for Projects: Innovation program offers non-repayable financial support of up to $50,000 to accelerate the commercialization or integration of innovative products and technologies in Montreal-based businesses. Eligible activities include specialized workforce funding, hiring researchers, subcontracting technical services, and digital technology training.
How much funding can be received?
PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation program?
To be eligible for the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation program, you must:
Private business established for at least two years
Minimum two-person team
Located in the Montréal agglomeration
What expenses are eligible under PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation?
Commercialization of innovative products or solutions.
Implementation or integration of new technologies within a business.
Adoption of innovative business processes to increase productivity.
Development of innovations with positive impact on the Montréal community.
Where is the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation available?
The PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation?
PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation is funded by PME MTL