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Supercluster Projects
Collaborative advanced manufacturing funding for Canadian projects
Last Update: June 18, 2026
Funding available
Up to 44% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Supercluster Projects supports collaborative advanced manufacturing projects led by NGen in Canada. It funds eligible project costs for for-profit organizations and qualifying non-profit R&D bodies working on transformative, applied innovation. Eligible spending may include salaries, subcontracting, equipment, materials, travel, and IP-related costs.
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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 team skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 44% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development or application of advanced manufacturing technology or process.
- Collaborative industry-led projects with commercial and economic benefits.
- Projects that are transformative, applied, and enduring for advanced manufacturing.
Documents Needed
- Application Agreement
- Financial workbooks for each partner
- Project IP Strategy
- Project Plan
- Risk Register
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations.
- Not-for-profit organizations that facilitate and fund research and development and receive funding primarily from private-sector organizations.
- NGen members applying as project funding recipients or partners.
- Companies and organizations involved in advanced manufacturing projects in Canada.
Who is not eligible
- Other not-for-profit organizations.
- Post-secondary institutions.
- Federal Crown corporations.
- Government departments or agencies.
- International organizations without an incorporated presence in Canada.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible salaries and wages for personnel based in Canada working directly on the project.
- Subcontracting and consultancy fees for essential work performed in Canada.
- New equipment, rental, direct operation, maintenance, materials and supplies.
- Service fees, subscription and licence fees directly related to the project.
- Travel, room or facility rentals, conference facilities, publication, and patent-related costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Retroactive costs incurred before conditional approval.
- Production activities or full-scale production subsidies.
- Infrastructure, building, and land costs.
- Routine administration, overhead, marketing, advertising, alcohol, and gifts.
- Costs already covered by other government funding.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for basic eligibility.
- Projects are reviewed by independent external experts against 10 assessment questions.
- NGen notifies applicants directly if the project is accepted or rejected.
- Approved projects must sign a Master Project Agreement and related collaboration documents.
- Funding starts only after contracting conditions are completed.
Additional information
- Projects require a Collaboration Agreement and a Master Project Agreement before funding starts.
- The project IP strategy must be kept current throughout the project.
- Claims require supporting invoices and documentation.
- Project progress is monitored on a quarterly basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Supercluster Projects Program
What is the Supercluster Projects?
Supercluster Projects supports collaborative advanced manufacturing projects led by NGen in Canada. It funds eligible project costs for for-profit organizations and qualifying non-profit R&D bodies working on transformative, applied innovation. Eligible spending may include salaries, subcontracting, equipment, materials, travel, and IP-related costs.
How much funding can be received?
Supercluster Projects Funds up to 44% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Supercluster Projects program?
To be eligible for the Supercluster Projects program, you must:
Incorporated in Canada
At least one SME partner
Collaborative project in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Supercluster Projects?
Development or application of advanced manufacturing technology or process.
Collaborative industry-led projects with commercial and economic benefits.
Projects that are transformative, applied, and enduring for advanced manufacturing.
Who can I contact for more information about the Supercluster Projects?
You can contact Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) by email at project@ngen.ca or by phone at 1-289-919-1384.
Where is the Supercluster Projects available?
The Supercluster Projects program is available across Canada.
Is the Supercluster Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Supercluster Projects is a Partnering and Collaboration