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Support for innovation projects
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Funding for product and process innovations in Quebec
Grant and Funding
Overview
Get up to $350,000 to cover 75% of the costs of project planning, R&D, technology validation and technological showcase activities relating to the development of innovative products or processes.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Develop a new product
Research and experimental development
Selling in a new market
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Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : March 16, 2022
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 262,500
Technological showcase for a renewable energy storage system
$ 350,000
Creating a new vaccine production process to improve public health
$ 337,500
Developing a prototype for a smart home energy management system
$ 337,500
Development of a smart irrigation system to improve water efficiency in urban gardens
$ 300,000
Innovative waste recycling system to reduce landfill use
$ 225,000
Testing and validation of new biodegradable packaging materials
How to apply
1
Reading the guide
Carry out a complete reading of the Application Submission Guide available on the program's website.
2
Fill out the form
- Complete the financial assistance application form related to the Innovation Program.
- Ensure that the form is duly completed and signed by the authorized persons.
3
Prepare the supporting documents
- Gather all required documents, such as financial statements, the Gantt chart, and letters of support.
- Include a designation statement if the application is made by an organization representing a group of businesses.
4
Submit the application electronically
- Send the form and supporting documents electronically to the address aidefinanciere@invest-quebec.com.
- All applications must be submitted in French.
5
Treatment and follow-up
- Wait for the confirmation of receipt and validation of the request by Investissement Québec.
- Monitor the application in case additional documents or information are needed.
Contacts
soutien.aidefinanciere@invest-quebec.com
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