How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $250000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation?

Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation is funded by Quebec City

What are Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation's eligibility criterias?

Private incorporated businesses are eligible. Individually owned businesses and general partnerships majority-owned by Indigenous persons and located in Wendake are eligible. Must have head office or significant business presence in Quebec City, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, L’Ancienne-Lorette, or Wendake.

Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation

Last Update: July 21, 2025

Québec, QC

Supports pre-commercial testing of innovative technologies and products

Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : April 13, 2023

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Finance and insurance
Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

Quebec City

Status

Open

Overview of the Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation program

The Technology Showcase – Pre-commercialization of Innovation grant offers up to $250,000 in non-repayable funding to support pilot projects that validate or demonstrate innovative products or processes. Eligible activities include testing, validation, or demonstration initiatives conducted within operations in Québec City or other organizations.

Financing terms and conditions

Non-repayable contribution of up to $250,000 per project.
Maximum coverage of 50% of eligible expenses for priority sectors.
Maximum coverage of 35% of eligible expenses for strategic sectors.
Cumulative funding limit of $500,000 over two years from economic development programs of Ville de Québec.

Eligible projects & activities

Testing new equipment or technology through pilot projects within operational environments.
Pre-commercial demonstration of innovative products or processes in collaboration with organizations such as municipalities or other enterprises.
Validation initiatives for new technologies to prove their effectiveness before full market launch.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Pilot test of AI-driven waste sorting robotics in recycling

$ 200,000

Real-world pilot of novel energy-saving smart building sensors

$ 165,000

Demonstration of a connected fleet management SaaS for SMEs

$ 165,000

Field evaluation of next-generation water leak detection solution

$ 180,000

Validation project for eco-friendly biodegradable packaging film

$ 175,000

Demonstration of advanced composting process for institutional food waste

Eligibility criteria of the Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation program

The applicant must be a private incorporated company, or a social economy enterprise (non-profit or cooperative) with primarily commercial activities.
Indigenous sole proprietorships and partnerships located in Wendake are also eligible.
The applicant must have its head office in the Quebec City agglomeration (including Quebec City, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, L’Ancienne-Lorette) or Wendake, or maintain a significant place of business in Quebec City.
The project must involve the validation or pre-commercial demonstration of an innovative product or process and be in the form of a pilot project or showcase within the operations of the City of Quebec or another organization.
The applicant must hold intellectual property rights or exclusive usage rights for the product or process within the relevant territory.

Who is eligible?

Incorporated private companies
Social economy enterprises (non-profits and cooperatives) with primarily commercial activities
Individually owned enterprises and partnerships majority-owned by Indigenous persons and located in Wendake

Who is not eligible

Social economy enterprises (nonprofits and cooperatives) unable to demonstrate sound democratic governance.
Applicants not released from bankruptcy judgment.
Companies listed on the Register of Enterprises Not Eligible for Public Contracts.
Applicants who have defaulted on previous financial aid obligations to the Ville de Québec in the past two years, after formal notice.
Projects of a discriminatory, controversial nature, or that could present a negative image for Ville de Québec; and event-based projects.

Eligible expenses

Professional fees, consulting services, and studies related to the project.
Pre-startup, startup expenses, and initial working capital required for project implementation.
Salaries for human resources assigned to the project, at the hourly rate set by the company policy and documented accordingly.
Purchase or rental of goods, equipment, and assets connected to the project.
General and administrative expenses necessary for the execution of the project.

Eligible geographic areas

Companies with a head office in the agglomeration of Québec (cities of Québec, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, and L’Ancienne-Lorette) and Wendake
Organizations with a significant place of business in Québec

Eligibility criteria of the Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation program

Quality and robustness of the responsible business model.
Financial capacity of the applicant to complete the project and achieve objectives.
Viability and coherence of the submitted project, including relevance, realistic financial structure, and involved partners.
Distinctive and innovative nature of the project.
Economic, social, and environmental impacts in the Québec agglomeration.

How to apply to the Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation program

Assess eligibility criteria

Review eligibility requirements for applicants and projects
Verify that your organization and proposed project meet all criteria

Prepare supporting documentation

Gather required documents such as proof of intellectual property or exclusive usage rights
Prepare business documents showing financial capacity and organizational structure

Complete the application form

Download and complete the funding application form specific to this stream
Ensure all required fields are filled and information is accurate

Submit your application

Submit the completed application form with all supporting documents
Respect deadlines and ensure the submission is compliant and complete

Await application review

Wait for the evaluation of your application by program authorities
Possible follow-up if additional information is required during the review process

Additional information

The eligibility of a project does not guarantee the awarding of financial assistance.
The proposed funding amount depends on fund availability and assessment of financial need.
Assistance may be granted as a subsidy and/or a loan.
There is a maximum of $500,000 in active funding over two years for all City of Quebec economic development programs.

Apply to this program