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Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP)
Supports research-based scientific ventures in Quebec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 4, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (CESI/SIVP) offers $50,000 per year for one year, with the possibility of renewal. It supports the creation or development of a scientific or innovative business based on research and eligible entrepreneurial activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 4, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation or development of a scientific or innovative business around a research-based project
- Transformation of a research project into a startup
- Projects that require research and development
Documents Needed
- A lay summary of the business project
- A doctoral research section showing the link to the project
- A project presentation slideshow (PPT)
- An abridged CV
- A copy of the PhD diploma or thesis submission attestation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers with a scientific or innovative business project
- PhD holders or doctoral candidates with a submitted thesis
- Applicants from STEM, social sciences, or humanities
Eligible expenses
- Personal fellowship funding for the applicant
- Business development and commercialization-related activities
- Coaching and support related to skills development and intellectual property
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Quality of the business project (20%)
- Project impact: societal, economic, and environmental (20%)
- Development stage of the project and team, based on the six KTH Innovation readiness levels (40%)
- Expected benefits of participating in the program (20%)
How to apply
- Step 1: Access the FRQnet electronic portfolio
- Select the Nature and technologies sector.
- Open the form under Available competitions and the Scholarships and training internships program.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Fill in the public summary of the business project.
- Describe your doctoral work and its link to the project.
- Step 3: Upload the required documents
- Attach the project presentation slideshow.
- Upload the abridged CV and doctoral diploma or thesis submission attestation.
- Include exception request documents if applicable.
- Step 4: Submit the form electronically
- Review the full application in FRQnet.
- Submit before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility and document compliance.
- Eligible applications are then reviewed by a committee with the FRQ and the four partners.
- An overall score of at least 70% is required to be recommended for funding.
- Final acceptance depends on compliance with incorporation, IP, and founding-member commitments.
Additional information
- Candidates must attend bi-weekly follow-up meetings with V1 Studio and participate in a quarterly review of objectives.
- An information webinar is available as a recorded resource to assist with preparing an application.
- Annual renewals of the grant are possible and will be evaluated based on progress and updated objectives.
- A final experience report must be submitted to the Fonds de recherche du Québec following the completion of the grant period.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) Program
What is the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP)?
The Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (CESI/SIVP) offers $50,000 per year for one year, with the possibility of renewal. It supports the creation or development of a scientific or innovative business based on research and eligible entrepreneurial activities.
How much funding can be received?
Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) program?
To be eligible for the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) program, you must:
Doctorate within the last 5 years
Domiciled in Quebec
Founding member with equity stake
What expenses are eligible under Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP)?
Creation or development of a scientific or innovative business around a research-based project
Transformation of a research project into a startup
Projects that require research and development
Who can I contact for more information about the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP)?
You can contact Québec Research Fund (FRQ).
Where is the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) available?
The Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP) is a Partnering and Collaboration