SIPEM program - Part 1 : Technological specifications
QC, Canada
The SIPEM program supports innovative technology projects to enhance productivity in Quebec's manufacturing sector.
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Grant and Funding
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- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
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- PROMPT
- Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
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The SIPEM program by PROMPT aims to support technological innovation projects in Quebec's manufacturing sector to enhance productivity. The aim of this part is to support Quebec companies in identifying opportunities for data technology projects through the preparation of a technological specifications document.
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Projects eligible for the SIPEM grant include:
- Tailor-made technological innovation projects to accelerate the productivity of manufacturing companies.
- Development of data technology solutions to improve targeted productivity levels.
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$10,000
Quebec City
Create a smart inventory management system for a warehouse.
$10,000
Laval
Implement a machine learning system to optimize production line scheduling.
$10,000
Gatineau
Develop an automated quality inspection system using computer vision.
$10,000
Toronto
Implement an ERP software to streamline manufacturing processes.
$10,000
Vancouver
Create a digital twin model for optimizing factory layout and operations.
$10,000
Montreal
Develop an AI-based predictive maintenance system for manufacturing equipment.
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To be eligible for the SIPEM grant, the criteria are as follows:
- The company must be legally incorporated under federal or Quebec law, and registered with the Quebec Enterprise Registrar.
- The company must be more than 50% Quebec-owned and have its head office in Quebec.
- The company must have previously completed a digital turnaround plan, or a productivity optimization plan, or technological specifications, or any other standardized technological project analysis.
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The following companies are eligible:
- companies or groups of companies in all sectors of activity, legally constituted under the laws of Quebec or Canada and with an establishment operating in Quebec;
- social economy enterprises as defined in the Social Economy Act (RLRQ, chapter E-1.1.1);
- companies with an establishment operating in Quebec for the production of goods and services or for internal research and development activities.
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The types of companies that are not eligible for this subsidy are :
- Companies with no active establishment in Quebec
- Companies that do not meet the grant's specific eligibility criteria
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Eligible expenses for the program include:
- Costs related to the completion of the technological specifications document
- Project development expenses for the innovative technological solutions
- Consulting fees for pre-approved services
- Other project-related expenses as pre-approved by PROMPT
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The SIPEM funding program offers financial support for technological innovation projects aimed at improving the productivity of manufacturing companies in Quebec. The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant are :
- Be a manufacturing company or a company providing services to manufacturing companies with sales of $5 million or more.
- Have an establishment in operation in Quebec.
- Social economy enterprises as defined in the Social Economy Act are also eligible.
- Have an establishment operating in Quebec for the production of goods and services or for internal research and development activities.
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- Step 1: Contact an advisor
- Step 2: Submit an application using the appropriate form
- Step 3: Submit all required documents for evaluation
- Step 4: Wait for grant decision
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- Companies eligible for this program must have sales of $5 million or more.
- The application deadline for this program is September 30, 2024.
- The SIPEM program is designed to support technological innovation projects to accelerate the productivity of manufacturing and service companies in Quebec.
- The program has two components: Technological specifications and Technological project implementation.
- The maximum duration of the program is 120 days for the Technological Specifications.
- To be eligible, companies must be legally incorporated in Quebec or Canada, and have an establishment operating in Quebec.
- Funding is provided in the form of a non-refundable financial contribution, according to specific terms and conditions.
Apply to this program
SIPEM Subsidy - Support for Innovation for the Productivity of Manufacturing Companies
This funding program aims to support tailor-made technological innovation projects to accelerate the productivity of Quebec manufacturing companies.
The SIPEM program offers financial assistance for the identification and implementation of technological projects adapted to the needs of businesses, promoting the development of personalized solutions to improve productivity
SIPEM Subsidy - Support for Innovation for the Productivity of Manufacturing Companies
The SIPEM funding program – Support for Innovation for the Productivity of Manufacturing Companies from PROMPT aims to support tailor-made technological innovation projects, serving to accelerate the productivity of manufacturing companies and service companies in support of the manufacturing sector of Quebec.
The SIPEM program is divided into two components: technological specifications and technological project implementation. The technological specifications allow companies to benefit from the expertise of independent experts to define and de-risk their technological development projects. Manufacturing and manufacturing business services companies with sales of $5M or more can benefit from this program. The funding granted is a non-refundable financial contribution, not exceeding 50% of the fees presented by the pre-approved service offer in the specifications. Other eligibility conditions and terms apply, making the SIPEM program a valuable tool for businesses wishing to increase their productivity and competitiveness.
This program encourages the development of tailor-made technological solutions to maximize interoperations in the production chain, thus promoting innovation and growth of Quebec manufacturing companies. With rigorous eligibility criteria and clearly defined terms and conditions, the SIPEM program is an essential lever to support the technological development of businesses and strengthen Quebec's economic ecosystem.
