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Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR)
Supports research commercialization centres
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports new centres focused on commercialization and research. It offers up to $15 million over five years for activities that turn research into market-ready technologies, products, and services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation of new commercialization and research centres
- Commercialization of research, technologies, products, and services
- Partnership-based centres linking research expertise with business needs
Documents Needed
- Host organization support letter
- Letter of intent form
- Business plan
- Financial plan overview
- Support letters from stakeholders
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit corporations
- Universities and colleges
- Non-profit research organizations
- Businesses and other non-governmental entities
Eligible expenses
- Operating costs, salaries, and knowledge mobilization
- Commercialization costs such as IP protection, market studies, business planning, mentoring, and technology development
- Specialized equipment for commercialization, within program limits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Research activities funded by the program
- Building construction, purchase, or rental
- Equipment costs above program limits
Processing and Agreement
- Letter of intent is reviewed first
- Shortlisted applicants are invited to submit a full proposal
- Expert panels evaluate the application and meet the applicant
- Final funding decisions are made by the Steering Committee
- A funding agreement is signed before payments begin
Additional information
- No fixed number of partners is required.
- International partnerships are recognized.
- Applications are assessed for financial viability.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR). 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 Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR)?
The program supports new centres focused on commercialization and research. It offers up to $15 million over five years for activities that turn research into market-ready technologies, products, and services.
How much funding can be received?
Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) program?
To be eligible for the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) program, you must:
Non-profit corporation
Board of directors required
Commercialization-focused centre
What expenses are eligible under Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR)?
Creation of new commercialization and research centres
Commercialization of research, technologies, products, and services
Partnership-based centres linking research expertise with business needs
Who can I contact for more information about the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR)?
You can contact Networks of Centres of Excellence (NCE) by email at info@nce-rce.gc.ca or by phone at 613-995-6010.
Where is the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) available?
The Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Programme des centres d'excellence en commercialisation et en recherche (CECR) is a Researchers And Facilities