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MTRIC — PSO Large companies
Funding for collaborative metal research projects
Last Update: April 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000 - $ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Research funding for collaborative metal transformation projects in Quebec. The program offers up to $1,500,000 per project for eligible research and innovation activities involving CRITM member partners.
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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
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 249 employees maximum
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
Yes, there are specific projects or activities eligible for this grant. Generally, these pertain to metallurgical transformation, advanced metallic product design, ecological footprint reduction, and digital innovation.
- Development of new transformation processes and improvement of existing ones including automation and Industry 4.0.
- Design of advanced metallic products such as new alloys and improved product fabrication.
- Reduction of ecological footprint through emission and waste management, energy recovery, and eco-friendly processes.
- Digital innovation in production processes, including automation, 3D printing, data modeling, and artificial intelligence.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Metal transformation businesses
- SMEs and large companies
- Research organizations and public research institutions
Who is not eligible
- Companies controlled by a government, municipality, or state-owned corporation.
- Companies ineligible for public contracts.
- Companies under bankruptcy or creditor protection proceedings.
Eligible expenses
Yes, there are eligible expenses for this grant. They include a variety of costs directly linked to the research projects.
- Salaries, treatment, and benefits
- Student scholarships
- Material, consumables, and supplies
- Purchase or rental of equipment (max 25% of total expenses)
- CRITM's management fees
- Operational expenses for intellectual property
- Professional fees
- Travel and accommodation expenses
- Monetary compensations for project participation
- Knowledge dissemination expenses
- Subcontracting expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Projects carried out in Quebec with a foreign second company
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an independent selection committee.
- Projects are assessed on relevance, scientific quality, feasibility, and impacts.
- The CRITM Board of Directors decides on project approval based on the committee’s recommendations.
- A research agreement between the partners must be signed before any payment is made.
Additional information
- CRITM reserves the right to modify the project call calendar partially or entirely.
- A project submission form must be completed to propose a project.
- Projects must align with one or more CRITM research axes.
- A summary guide is available for applicants.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MTRIC — PSO Large companies Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MTRIC — PSO Large companies. 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 MTRIC — PSO Large companies?
Research funding for collaborative metal transformation projects in Quebec. The program offers up to $1,500,000 per project for eligible research and innovation activities involving CRITM member partners.
How much funding can be received?
MTRIC — PSO Large companies Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MTRIC — PSO Large companies program?
To be eligible for the MTRIC — PSO Large companies program, you must:
CRITM regular members only
Project linked to CRITM research axes
Research institution must submit
What expenses are eligible under MTRIC — PSO Large companies?
Yes, there are specific projects or activities eligible for this grant. Generally, these pertain to metallurgical transformation, advanced metallic product design, ecological footprint reduction, and digital innovation. Development of new transformation processes and improvement of existing ones including automation and Industry 4.0.
Design of advanced metallic products such as new alloys and improved product fabrication.
Reduction of ecological footprint through emission and waste management, energy recovery, and eco-friendly processes.
Digital innovation in production processes, including automation, 3D printing, data modeling, and artificial intelligence.
Who can I contact for more information about the MTRIC — PSO Large companies?
You can contact Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC) by email at jfstcyr@critm.ca or by phone at 4184467187.
Where is the MTRIC — PSO Large companies available?
The MTRIC — PSO Large companies program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the MTRIC — PSO Large companies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MTRIC — PSO Large companies is a Grant and Funding