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Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund
Funding for clean technology commercialization
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to 40% of eligible project costs. It supports late-stage development and pre-commercial demonstration of clean technology solutions that address climate change and improve Canadian industry productivity and competitiveness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Late-stage development of clean technologies.
- Pre-commercial demonstration of clean technology solutions.
- Projects addressing greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption, or water, soil, and air contamination.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Eligible expenses
- Personnel and professional fees for project-related technical, scientific, administrative, and reporting work.
- Equipment, capital items, utilities, and data collection services required for the project.
- Travel, conference, feasibility study, translation, and communication costs directly related to the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- General overhead costs.
- Legal costs.
- Contingency fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.
- Projects are reviewed in five approval rounds per year.
Additional information
- It is a non-repayable grant.
- The program has continuous intake.
- There are five approval rounds per year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund Program
What is the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund?
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to 40% of eligible project costs. It supports late-stage development and pre-commercial demonstration of clean technology solutions that address climate change and improve Canadian industry productivity and competitiveness.
How much funding can be received?
Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund program?
To be eligible for the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund program, you must:
Canadian SME applicants
Commercially viable novel technology
Quantifiable environmental benefits
What expenses are eligible under Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund?
Late-stage development of clean technologies.
Pre-commercial demonstration of clean technology solutions.
Projects addressing greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption, or water, soil, and air contamination.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund?
You can contact Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC).
Where is the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund available?
The Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) – SD Tech Fund is a Grant and Funding