Quebec Fisheries Fund — Innovation

Eligibility for the Quebec Fisheries Fund involves specific criteria focusing on the applicant's connection to the fisheries sector and their capability to engage in eligible activities.

• The applicant must be part of the fish and seafood sector in Quebec.
• The applicant should engage in activities that promote innovation, sustainable development, or new science partnerships within the fisheries sector.
• The applicant must demonstrate potential positive impacts on the sector through innovation, infrastructure enhancement, or scientific partnership.

Who is eligible?

This grant is focused on enhancing Quebec's fish and seafood sector through various types of innovation, infrastructure development, and scientific research partnerships.

Eligible expenses

The Quebec Fisheries Fund is designed to propel innovation and support the development of the fish and seafood sector in Quebec. Eligible activities for this grant emphasize technological advancements, sustainable practices, and collaborative research.

• Innovation projects that focus on creating new products and technologies.
• Infrastructure projects that incorporate new technologies or processes for sustainable sector development.
• Scientific partnerships between industry, academia, and research institutions aiming to understand ecosystem changes impacting commercial fisheries.
• Projects that support the development and use of sustainable harvesting technologies.

Eligible geographic areas

This fund is designed to stimulate innovation within Quebec, targeting the fish and seafood sector uniquely tailored to the region. Despite the lack of explicit geographical eligibility details, the naming and context indicate a focus on Quebec-based entities.

• Entities operating within the province of Quebec.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the fiscal year, allowing for flexible submission timing.
• Projects should emphasize sustainable development within the sector to align with the fund's objectives.
• Collaboration between various stakeholders, including industry and academia, is encouraged to enhance project viability and impact.
• The fund aims to facilitate not only innovation but also the practical application of new technologies and processes in the industry.