Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ is a Researchers And Facilities

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ?

Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ is funded by Investissement Québec (IQ), Gouvernement du Québec

Q: Who is eligible for the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ program?

To be eligible for the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ program, you must: • The business must be engaged in developing innovative industrial projects. • Projects must focus on technological and digital advancements or improving environmental industrial performance.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ?

You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ).

Q: Where is the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ available?

The Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Support for companies designing innovative industrial projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : August 11, 2023

Financing Type

Researchers And Facilities

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Benefit from the support of experts to increase your productivity in your technological and digital projects, to improve your industrial environmental performance and to receive support in the development of innovative and compliant products.

Activities funded

This grant supports businesses developing innovative industrial projects, with a focus on technological and digital initiatives as well as environmental performance and product development.

Technological and digital project development to increase productivity.
Enhancement of industrial environmental performance.
Development of innovative and compliant products.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 124,000

Developing a blockchain-based system for secure financial transactions

$ 104,000

Developing a mobile application to enhance customer service in the tourism sector

$ 92,000

Implementing an AI-powered supply chain management system for real-time inventory tracking

$ 72,000

Launching a digital marketing platform to enhance outreach for local artists

$ 120,000

Upgrading existing digital infrastructure for better industrial performance

$ 96,000

Creating a prototype for an eco-friendly industrial cooling system

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant aims to ensure that participating entities align with the program’s focus on industrial innovation and technology advancement.

The applicant must be a business entity engaged in technological or digital projects.
The company should be focused on improving industrial environmental performance.
The project must include the development of innovative and compliant products.
Applicants are expected to leverage technological expertise and resources offered by the program.

Who is eligible?

This grant is aimed at businesses in Quebec seeking to enhance their technological capabilities, improve industrial environmental performance, and develop innovative products. Eligible applicants are those looking for expert guidance to achieve industrial innovation and increased competitiveness.

Quebec-based companies aiming to increase productivity through technological projects.
Businesses focused on improving their industrial environmental performance.
Organizations developing innovative and compliant products.

Eligible expenses

The grant focuses on enhancing productivity through technology and environmental performance for industries. Eligible activities include the development of innovative products and the improvement of industrial ecological footprints.

Development and implementation of technological and digital projects to increase productivity.
Improvement of industrial environmental performance through innovative solutions.
Support in the development and compliance of innovative product offerings.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is designed for companies operating within Quebec, as suggested by its focus on the Quebec industrial and technological ecosystem.

Businesses located within Quebec.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are as follows:

Alignment with innovation objectives
Feasibility and impact of the project
Technical merit and innovation level
Capacity of the applicant to execute the project
Potential for economic and environmental benefits

How to apply

Identify the need for support

Assess the specific needs of your business in terms of industrial and technological innovation.
Determine the objectives you wish to achieve through this support.

Reach out to Investissement Québec

Contact Investissement Québec to obtain detailed information about the support program.
Request an initial consultation with an innovation expert to discuss your project.

Preparation of the documentation

Gather the necessary information about your company and the innovation project.
Compose a clear and detailed description of your project, including the expected outcomes.

Submission of the request

Use the online portal of Investissement Québec to submit your application document.
Check that all information is complete and accurate before submitting.

Request tracking

Receive a confirmation of the receipt of your request by Investissement Québec.
Track the progress of your request via the portal or by directly contacting your representative at Investissement Québec.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The partnership with the Quebec innovation ecosystem enhances project capabilities by facilitating connections with both public and private sector partners.
The program emphasizes a customized approach to innovation based on the specific needs of each business.
Support is distinctly available as a non-commercial, neutral party, fostering a credible and unbiased partnership.
The initiative offers access to cutting-edge equipment and unique facilities in Quebec.

Documents and links

Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ. 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.