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Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1)
Funding for research and innovation organizations
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 9,100,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to 9.1M per year for operating costs and research and innovation support. It funds research, innovation, technology transfer, and services for high-growth startups across Quebec.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,100,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operating support for eligible research and innovation organizations
- Research and innovation projects
- Technology transfer and knowledge valorization initiatives
- Support services for high-growth startups
- Research infrastructure development and co-financing
Documents Needed
- Multi-year business plan
- Annual activity plan
- Annual financial forecasts
- Audited annual financial statements
- Francization certificate or OQLF document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Intermediation organizations
- Innovation social intermediation organizations
- Public research valorization organizations
- Research centers and platforms
- Recognized CCTTs and eligible networks
Who is not eligible
- Organizations listed in the RENA register
- Organizations non-compliant with francization rules
- State-owned or government-controlled companies, with limited exceptions
- Organizations in bankruptcy or insolvency
- Businesses whose main activity is controversial arms, fossil fuels, gambling, violent sports, sexual exploitation, tobacco, or drugs
Eligible expenses
- Operating costs
- Project costs directly related to research, innovation, transfer, and startup support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land acquisition
- Building acquisition, construction, or expansion
- Taxes that are refundable
- Costs incurred before application submission
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- All administrative regions
Selection criteria
- Relevance and quality of the business plan
- Economic, social, or technological impact
- Achievement of previous objectives and targets
- Ability to collaborate and build partnerships
- Application of eco-responsible practices
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the Ministry representative
- Eligible organizations must contact their representative at the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting information
- Prepare the multi-year business plan and required organizational documents.
- Step 3: Submit the request through the Ministry process
- Applications are received and handled by the Ministry.
- Step 4: Sign the funding agreement
- If approved, the organization signs the agreement before payments begin.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are analyzed by the Ministry.
- Funding decisions are based on multi-year business plans and program criteria.
- An agreement or convention must be signed before funding is released.
- Funding may be adjusted if actual eligible costs are lower than expected.
Additional information
- The program ends on March 31, 2027.
- A funding agreement is required before payments are made.
- Beneficiaries must provide annual reporting and financial statements.
- Applicants may need to provide OQLF francization documents.
Contacts
Other components of this program
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) Program
What is the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1)?
This program provides up to 9.1M per year for operating costs and research and innovation support. It funds research, innovation, technology transfer, and services for high-growth startups across Quebec.
How much funding can be received?
Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) Funds up to $9,100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) program?
To be eligible for the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) program, you must:
Incorporated in Quebec
Eligible organization category
Active and in good standing
What expenses are eligible under Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1)?
Operating support for eligible research and innovation organizations
Research and innovation projects
Technology transfer and knowledge valorization initiatives
Support services for high-growth startups
Research infrastructure development and co-financing
Who can I contact for more information about the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1)?
You can contact Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) by email at info@economie.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1 866 680-1884.
Where is the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) available?
The Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations – Support for the Operating Costs of Organizations (PSO, Component 1) is a Researchers And Facilities