Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships
grant_single|update March 15, 2025
QC, Canada
Financing to study ecosystem impacts on Quebec fisheries
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|maxCount
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate December 7, 2020
- grant_single|closingDate March 31, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Canada
- Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
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grant_card_status|closed
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Get a contribution of up to $500,000/year for research into the impacts of the ecosystem changes on the fish and seafood sector, and for setting up partnerships or networks carrying out innovation activities.
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This grant specifically focuses on the fish and seafood sector within Quebec. Thus, eligible companies are those located in regions within Quebec.
- Quebec
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$ 500,000
Creation of a network for scientific research on the impacts of climate change on marine life
$ 500,000
Modernization of seafood processing facilities to enhance sustainability and efficiency
$ 500,000
Introduction of blockchain technology to trace seafood from ocean to table
$ 500,000
Development of sustainable aquaculture systems incorporating renewable energy technology
$ 500,000
Installation of automated sorting systems to improve efficiency in fish processing
$ 500,000
Research on the impact of microplastics on marine ecosystems and seafood safety
grant_single_labels|admissibility
The Quebec Fisheries Fund supports innovation in the fish and seafood sector in Quebec. Eligibility criteria include:
- Businesses, Indigenous groups, and academia are eligible to apply.
- Projects must focus on innovation, infrastructure, or science partnerships.
- Applicants should aim to improve knowledge of ecosystem impacts and implement sustainable harvesting technologies.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
The Quebec Fisheries Fund aims to support participants in Quebec's fish and seafood sector who focus on innovation, sustainable development, and scientific partnerships.
- Fish and seafood businesses engaging in innovative product or technology development.
- Organizations investing in infrastructure to support sustainable and new technological practices.
- Partnerships between industry and academia aimed at better understanding ecosystem impacts on fisheries and promoting sustainable harvesting.
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This grant does not specifically exclude any companies or industries based on the provided context. The fund is designed to assist those within the Quebec fish and seafood sector to foster innovation and sustainable development.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Quebec Fisheries Fund supports projects aimed at advancing the fish and seafood sector through innovation, improved infrastructure, and scientific research. Eligible activities focus on leveraging new technologies and fostering partnerships to sustain ecosystem health and industry viability.
- Innovation projects that create new products and technologies in the fisheries sector.
- Infrastructure projects that incorporate new technologies or processes to promote sustainable practices.
- Scientific partnerships that enhance understanding of ecosystem impacts on fisheries.
- Research supporting the development and implementation of sustainable harvesting technologies.
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The evaluation and selection criteria for the Quebec Fisheries Fund include:
- Relevance of the proposal to the fund's objectives
- Expected impacts of the project on the fish and seafood sector
- Innovation and technology transfer potential
- Financial and in-kind contributions from the applicant
- Benefits to Quebec's fishing communities and industry
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Quebec Fisheries Fund aims to enhance the fish and seafood sector by promoting sustainable practices and fostering industry collaborations.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the fiscal year, allowing flexibility in proposal submission timing.
- The fund encourages the integration of new scientific research into practical industry applications, aiming to improve sustainability and adaptability to environmental changes.
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