How much funding can be received?

Get funding of up to $75,000 to cover up to 75% of costs related to R&D and commercial activities to diversify outcomes for unused tires or increase value for existing products.

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This grant is available to companies operating within Quebec. It specifically targets businesses either currently operating or planning to establish operations in this Canadian province.

Companies situated in Quebec.

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$67,500

Improving the design of tire-derived footwear

$63,750

Developing playground surfaces using recycled tire materials

$69,750

Innovative use of rubber granules in furniture making

$52,500

Creating new market studies for tire-derived construction materials

$75,000

Using tire chips in road construction projects

$56,250

Creating a commercial sports flooring using recycled tire materials

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the location and nature of the organization.

The applicant must be owners or operators of end-of-life tire conditioning or treatment centers located in Quebec.
The organization must be willing to establish a conditioning or treatment facility within Quebec.
The company must be a Quebec-based enterprise aiming to adapt their processes for the integration of end-of-life tire components.
Eligible applicants can also be manufacturers of new tires.

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Eligible applicants for this program include owners or operators of facilities for processing or treating used tires in Quebec, organizations that wish to establish such facilities in Quebec, Quebec-based companies seeking to adapt their processes to integrate used tire components, and manufacturers of new tires.

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This grant supports pioneering endeavors focused on the reuse and recycling of scrap tires, with a strong emphasis on innovation and market diversification. Eligible projects concentrate on developing new products, improving existing ones, and enhancing manufacturing processes to increase the recycled content.

Development of a new product made from scrap tires.
Enhancement of a manufactured product or its process to make it more market-competitive or appealing.
Modification of a manufacturing process to incorporate more scrap tires, replacing non-recycled materials.
Incorporation of tire chips, granulate, or powder from the designated program into manufacturing processes.
Industrial design and engineering of a new product using scrap tires.
Market study on new uses for scrap tires to assess client needs and direct innovation.

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The grant covers expenses directly related to research, testing, equipment, and other project-specific needs.

Labour costs.
Purchase or rental of specialized research or testing equipment.
Acquisition of a license for a method or technique protected by usage rights.
Subcontractors for research and development, eco-design, life cycle analysis, market studies, technical and/or economic feasibility, and product marketing plans.

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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant program. The evaluation process considers the following criteria:

Relevance to the program objectives
Innovative nature of the project
Quality of the proposed research and development plan
Potential impact on the market and the environment
Feasibility and sustainability of the project

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Eligibility Check
- Consult the normative framework for detailed eligibility criteria.
Step 2: Download Application Documents
- Download the application form.
- Download the calculator for financial details.
Step 3: Complete Application
- Fill in the application form with accurate project details.
- Use the calculator to determine eligible financial contributions.
Step 4: Document Submission
- Prepare all required documents as per guidelines.
- Email the completed documents to the provided email address.
Step 5: Deadline Awareness
- Submit your application any time before December 31, 2026.
Step 6: ICI on recycle + Certification
- Ensure you are certified under the ICI on recycle + program for final funding eligibility.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The final payment of the grant is contingent upon the obtaining of the ICI on recycle + program certification, demonstrating adherence to the eco-responsibility criteria.
Applications are open continuously, with no specific deadlines other than the program's end date.
There is a history of funded projects, showing precedence in successful applications during previous program iterations.

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Recyc-Québec — Support for R&D in recycling

Apply to this program

Innovative Recycling Opportunities for Used Tire Products

This grant is designed to provide financial assistance to organizations seeking to research and develop new or improved products derived from the recycling and repurposing of used tires. The program is tailored to foster innovation, enhance product value, and explore new market opportunities in the tire recycling industry.

In-Depth Guide to the Tire Recycling Grant Initiative

The "Programme d’appui à la recherche et au développement de produits issus du réemploi et du recyclage des pneus hors d’usage" is a strategic initiative aimed at bolstering the circular economy through innovative uses of used tires. Launched initially in 2021, the program continues to advocate for advanced research and experimental development tailored towards creating novel market solutions and augmenting existing products from scrap tires. The renewed support from RECYC-QUÉBEC underscores the province's commitment to sustainable waste management and environmental innovation.

The program, with a substantial investment budget of $500,000, is set to catalyze advancements in the recycling sector by nurturing projects that involve substantial design, development, and commercial rollout of tire-based products. It emphasizes resource enhancement by financially covering pivotal project components such as industrial design, engineering, testing, and market feasibility studies. The overarching aim is to cultivate projects that not only recycle but repurpose, ensuring they fit within Quebec’s structured waste management program.

Eligible projects under this grant are particularly focused on leveraging the core materials found in tires—such as rubber, metal, and fibers—applying them within the framework of the circular economy. This approach seeks to stabilize and diversify the market outlets for these products, urging applicants to align with the 3RV hierarchy: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Valuate. Innovators are encouraged to explore possibilities like entirely new product development, integration of tire elements into existing manufacturing processes, or the establishment of improved production methodologies to increase competitiveness.

In 2021, the program successfully supported several groundbreaking initiatives, from Matériel d’entraînement using recycled material to innovative liquid fuel production and advanced recycling processes integrating rubber with existing industrial products. Such examples reflect the program's potential to drive meaningful change within the industry.

Financial support is substantial, offering up to $75,000 per project, earmarked exclusively for eligible expenses and not surpassing 75% of the total project cost. This strategic financial model ensures companies maintain significant ownership and responsibility while leveraging governmental support to enhance project implementation. Eligible expenses span a broad spectrum, covering labor costs, specialized equipment acquisition, licensing, and sub-contracted expertise for various aspects including life-cycle analysis and commercial planning.

Crucially, all applicants must be certified under the ICI on recycle + program before receiving the final disbursement of funds, aligning with eco-conditions that formulate a core part of this initiative’s sustainability criteria.

This program not only promises a fertile ground for innovations geared towards repurposing and recycling used tire components but also stands as a testament to Quebec’s leadership in sustainability and ecological innovation. The long-term goal remains clear: to empower companies, innovate green technologies, and carve new pathways in the tire recycling sector that will benefit the environment and economy alike.

As the application process remains open until December 2026, organizations are encouraged to submit their projects continually. This rolling deadline facilitates ongoing project development and continual innovation, aligning with the fast-paced advancements seen within the environmental and materials science sectors.