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Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec
Supports Quebec organizations integrating into domestic and international defence supply chains
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Regional Defence Investment Initiative – Quebec is a three-year program that supports SMEs and organizations seeking to integrate or strengthen their position in domestic and international defence supply chains through projects that boost production and innovation capacity, productivity, competitiveness, certification, market expansion and response to defence procurement needs. It offers generally repayable contributions for SMEs covering up to 75% of eligible costs and generally non-repayable contributions for non-profit organizations covering up to 90% of eligible costs for projects aligned with the current or future needs of the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO or allied countries.
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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 strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that increase a company’s production and innovation capacity to serve current or future needs of the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO or allied countries.
- Initiatives that improve productivity and competitiveness to better position the business within domestic or international defence supply chains.
- Projects to explore and expand into new defence markets in Canada or abroad.
- Business development projects aimed at obtaining required defence certifications or qualifications.
- Start-up or growth projects designed to integrate the business into national or international defence supply chains or respond to calls for proposals from prime defence contractors and the Government of Canada.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) active in the defence industry supply chain
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to enter the defence industry supply chain
- Not-for-profit organizations that support SMEs (including industry associations and consortia)
- Business accelerators and incubators that support SMEs
- Indigenous organizations involved as eligible recipients
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses and organizations located in Quebec.
Additional information
- The Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII) is a temporary, three-year program.
- The RDII is part of the Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program.
- In Quebec, the program is delivered by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).
- Funding applications for the RDII are currently being accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec. 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.
What is the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec?
The Regional Defence Investment Initiative – Quebec is a three-year program that supports SMEs and organizations seeking to integrate or strengthen their position in domestic and international defence supply chains through projects that boost production and innovation capacity, productivity, competitiveness, certification, market expansion and response to defence procurement needs. It offers generally repayable contributions for SMEs covering up to 75% of eligible costs and generally non-repayable contributions for non-profit organizations covering up to 90% of eligible costs for projects aligned with the current or future needs of the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO or allied countries.
How much funding can be received?
Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec program?
To be eligible for the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec program, you must:
SMEs active in or seeking to enter the defence industry supply chain.
Not-for-profit organizations that support SMEs (e.g., industry associations, accelerators, incubators).
Projects must address current or future needs of the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO or an allied country.
What expenses are eligible under Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec?
Projects that increase a company’s production and innovation capacity to serve current or future needs of the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO or allied countries.
Initiatives that improve productivity and competitiveness to better position the business within domestic or international defence supply chains.
Projects to explore and expand into new defence markets in Canada or abroad.
Business development projects aimed at obtaining required defence certifications or qualifications.
Start-up or growth projects designed to integrate the business into national or international defence supply chains or respond to calls for proposals from prime defence contractors and the Government of Canada.
Who can I contact for more information about the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec?
You can contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).
Where is the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec available?
The Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec is a Grant and Funding