SIPEM program - Part 2: Technological projects QC Canada

SIPEM program - Part 2: Technological projects

QC, Canada
Support customized technological innovation projects to accelerate the productivity of Quebec manufacturing companies

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Grant and Funding
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  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
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  • PROMPT
  • Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
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The Soutien à l'Innovation pour la Productivité des Entreprises Manufacturières (SIPEM) program in Quebec aims to support technological innovation projects tailored to accelerating the productivity of manufacturing companies and related service businesses. It includes two components: the development of technological specifications and the execution of technological projects. Eligible activities involve identifying and prioritizing R&D projects applying digital data technologies to enhance productivity, among other criteria.

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Supports Quebec companies in developing the solutions they need to achieve their targeted productivity levels, through :  

  1. Implementing innovative microelectronics and/or software solutions for capturing, transmitting, using and managing data;
  2. In-house development of these customized solutions, or in collaboration with subcontractors in the business support ecosystem, such as : 
  • Quebec-based technology development companies ;
  • College technology transfer centers
  • Private research centers;
  • University centers.
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$300,000

Sherbrooke
Development of an IoT-based system to optimize manufacturing processes.

$280,000

Quebec City
Development of a predictive maintenance system using machine learning.

$200,000

Quebec City
Upgrade to a cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

$350,000

Montreal
Introduction of robotic automation in the assembly line to increase efficiency.

$220,000

Trois-Rivières
Development of a custom software solution to enhance production tracking and reporting.

$200,000

Laval
Implementation of AI algorithms to improve supply chain logistics.

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To qualify as a principal applicant, the company must meet the following criteria:

  • Be legally incorporated under federal or Quebec law and registered with the Quebec Enterprise Registrar;
  • Be more than 50% Quebec-owned and have its head office in Quebec;
  • Have previously completed a digital turnaround plan, or productivity optimization plan, or technological specifications, or any standardized technological project analysis.

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The types of companies eligible for this subsidy are :

  • Manufacturing companies and companies providing services to manufacturing companies with sales of $5 million or more.
  • Social economy companies as defined by the Social Economy Act.
  • 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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Eligible expenses for this grant are :

  • PROMPT management fees
  • Remuneration of independent experts for technological projects
  • Acquisition of specific equipment or technologies for the project
  • Research and development costs related to the technology project
  • Production costs for prototypes or technology trials

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The grant has evaluation and selection criteria. :

  • The applicant must be a legally constituted entity based in Quebec with at least 50% Quebec ownership and meet specific eligibility criteria.
  • Project criteria: Projects should focus on custom technological innovation to improve manufacturing productivity, with different funding caps and durations based on the size and nature of the enterprise.
  • Applicants must have a digital optimization project requiring the development of a customized solution 

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Step 1: Fill in the application form on the grant website
Step 2: Submit required documents (technology specifications, project plan, etc.)
Step 3: Wait for evaluation and confirmation of project eligibility
Step 4: Finalize project details with grant advisors
Step 5: Implement project and meet performance and reporting requirements

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  • The SIPEM program is designed to support customized technological innovation projects aimed at accelerating the productivity of manufacturing companies in Quebec.
  • Eligible companies include manufacturers, service companies to manufacturers, and social economy enterprises with a facility operating in Quebec for the production of goods and services, or for in-house research and development activities.
  • The program has two components: Technological specifications and Technological project implementation.
  • The maximum duration of the program is 2 years for Technological Project Development.
  • The program offers financial assistance of up to 50% of the fees presented in the pre-approved service proposal, to a maximum value of $10,000 for the Technological Specifications, and up to $200,000 per project for SMEs and $500,000 for large corporations for the Technological Project Development.
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