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SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing
International collaborative R&D for advanced manufacturing
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 10, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
SMART supports collaborative, international R&D projects in advanced manufacturing. The program covers smart manufacturing processes, digital and adaptive systems, person-machine collaboration, sustainable manufacturing, and customer-based manufacturing.
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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
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 10, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 500,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 15-500 employees
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research and development projects in advanced manufacturing
- Projects in advanced manufacturing processes and technologies
- Projects in smart, digital, sustainable, and customer-based manufacturing
Documents Needed
- Project Outline template
- Cost information template
- Letter of intent for each participant
- Full Project Proposal template
- Financial template for the FPP
- Declaration of Acceptance for SMART partners
- Participant Profile for each partner
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial companies
- SMEs
- Large enterprises
- Universities and research organizations
- Other entities from EUREKA countries
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside EUREKA countries
- Participants seeking funding without national funding eligibility
- Organizations that cannot meet national funding rules
Eligible expenses
- Project personnel costs
- Equipment costs
- Subcontracting costs
Eligible geographic areas
- EUREKA Member Countries
- EUREKA Associated Countries
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Project Outline is reviewed for pre-selection.
- Selected consortia are invited to submit a Full Project Proposal.
- FPPs are evaluated by the SMART Technical Committee and Public Authorities.
- The SMART Board decides on project labelling.
- After labelling, partners apply to their national funding authorities.
Additional information
- SMART projects use a two-stage process: Project Outline and Full Project Proposal.
- The SMART label is required before partners can apply for national funding.
- A Project Consortium Agreement is recommended after labelling, and may be required by some authorities.
- Selected projects may be subject to reporting and monitoring during execution.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing Program
What is the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing?
SMART supports collaborative, international R&D projects in advanced manufacturing. The program covers smart manufacturing processes, digital and adaptive systems, person-machine collaboration, sustainable manufacturing, and customer-based manufacturing.
Who is eligible for the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing program?
To be eligible for the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing program, you must:
At least two industrial partners
Partners from two EUREKA countries
Civil, market-oriented project
What expenses are eligible under SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing?
Collaborative research and development projects in advanced manufacturing
Projects in advanced manufacturing processes and technologies
Projects in smart, digital, sustainable, and customer-based manufacturing
Who can I contact for more information about the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at Peter.Bandas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-994-4727.
Where is the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing available?
The SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing program is available across Canada.
Is the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing?
SMART Cluster’s 8th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)