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Roadmap for the Defence Sector
Free diagnostic for defense manufacturers
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Manufacturing companies in STIQ's network that wish to market their own products or develop subcontracting activities for the manufacture of components intended for military equipment.
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Overview
Roadmap for the defense sector is a free STIQ program intended for manufacturing companies in its network that want to position themselves in the defense market. It offers an on-site assessment, a personalized roadmap and tailored resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- On-site assessment of the company's readiness for the defense market.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Manufacturing companies in STIQ's network that wish to market their own products or develop subcontracting activities for the manufacture of components intended for military equipment.
How to apply
- Complete the short participation form.
Processing and Agreement
- STIQ's expert manufacturing advisors conduct the on-site assessment.
- After the assessment, STIQ sends the company a personalized roadmap.
- After the assessment, STIQ presents potential avenues and available resources suited to the company's situation.
Additional information
- The assessment includes 100 questions on the company's various practices and capabilities.
- It takes about 60 minutes.
- The program aims to identify, at a high level, the gap between current practices and the requirements commonly found among major players in the defense sector.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Roadmap for the Defence Sector Program
What is the Roadmap for the Defence Sector?
Roadmap for the defense sector is a free STIQ program intended for manufacturing companies in its network that want to position themselves in the defense market. It offers an on-site assessment, a personalized roadmap and tailored resources.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Roadmap for the Defence Sector program?
To be eligible for the Roadmap for the Defence Sector program, you must:
Manufacturing company in STIQ's network.
Company wishing to market its own products or develop subcontracting for components intended for military equipment.
What expenses are eligible under Roadmap for the Defence Sector?
On-site assessment of the company's readiness for the defense market.
Who can I contact for more information about the Roadmap for the Defence Sector?
You can contact Sous-traitance industrielle Québec (STIQ) by email at podium@stiq.com or by phone at 514-875-8789.
Where is the Roadmap for the Defence Sector available?
The Roadmap for the Defence Sector program is available across Canada.
Is the Roadmap for the Defence Sector a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Roadmap for the Defence Sector is a Expert Advice