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STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies
Funding for advanced space technology R&D
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Non-repayable contributions of up to $1,000,000 per project are available for advanced space technology R&D. The program supports Canadian organizations developing new concepts, products, and know-how in space technologies, with expected deployment in the short to medium term.
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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 a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of advanced space technologies
- Basic research and development to reduce technological unknowns
- Pre-commercial technology work to validate feasibility of space concepts
- Projects aimed at reaching TRL 5 or 6
Documents Needed
- Completed application form signed by an authorized representative
- Resumés of key project team members
- Proof of incorporation or registration
- Support letters, if applicable
- Confidentiality and privacy declaration form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Canadian space industry organizations
Who is not eligible
- Academic institutions
- Organizations not established or operating in Canada
- Applicants submitting a project already funded by CSA through another agreement
- Applicants trying to submit the same project more than once under this AO
Eligible expenses
- Equipment purchase or rental for the project
- Consulting services
- Data acquisition and archiving
- Administrative overhead up to 15% of eligible costs
- Materials, supplies, laboratory analysis, salaries and benefits, and travel
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Earth observation data processing solutions covered by smartEarth
- Space-related medical technologies
- Prospecting and ISRU technologies
- Space-related food production technologies
- Space-related life support systems
- Technologies already funded by CSA under another contract, contribution, or grant
- Projects aiming above TRL 6
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed after registration and submission through the CSA portal.
- The CSA may consult or verify information with third parties during assessment.
- If the application moves forward, additional governing documents and financial statements may be requested.
- A written contribution agreement must be signed before funding is committed.
Additional information
- Applicants may request additional funding and an extension of the contribution agreement in later phases.
- Financial statements for the previous two fiscal years and the most recent interim results may be requested later in the evaluation process.
- Projects must comply with federal, provincial/territorial, and municipal laws and regulations.
- Applicants are encouraged to attach equity, diversity and inclusion plans or policies.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies?
Non-repayable contributions of up to $1,000,000 per project are available for advanced space technology R&D. The program supports Canadian organizations developing new concepts, products, and know-how in space technologies, with expected deployment in the short to medium term.
How much funding can be received?
STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies program?
To be eligible for the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies program, you must:
Canadian for-profit or non-profit organization
Space technology basic R&D project
Project targets TRL 5-6
What expenses are eligible under STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies?
Development of advanced space technologies
Basic research and development to reduce technological unknowns
Pre-commercial technology work to validate feasibility of space concepts
Projects aimed at reaching TRL 5 or 6
Who can I contact for more information about the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies?
You can contact Canadian Space Agency (CSA) by email at pdts-stdp@asc-csa.gc.ca or by phone at 450-926-4866.
Where is the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies available?
The STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies program is available across Canada.
Is the STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
STDP AO 10.1 Space R&D – Advanced technologies is a Grant and Funding