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MTRIC — PSO Large companies
Funding for collaborative metal research projects
Funding available
$ 200,000 - $ 1,500,000
Deadline
October 23, 2026
Opened July 9, 2026
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
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
2
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
Selection criteria
- Innovation level of the project.
- Partner capacity and commitment to deliver the project.
- Quality of the research team and partnership.
- Expected technological, commercial, and economic impacts.
- Training of students and highly qualified personnel.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the project file
- Use the official application form.
- Include partner commitments and required supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed form through the CRITM submission process.
- Submit before the applicable call deadline.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- The file is reviewed by an independent committee.
- The CRITM Board of Directors makes the final decision.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MTRIC — PSO Large companies Program
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 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 23, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
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.