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Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North

Funding for tactical-grade clock development

Record updated

Funding available
$ 250,000 - $ 5,000,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Individuals
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Overview

This program supports the development of tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied and extreme northern environments. Funding is available in stages for solution development, design, and prototype validation, with support of up to $5 million.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$5,000,000
Minimum funding
$250,000
Financing goals
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Conduct research and development activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Persons with Disabilities
  • Language Minorities
  • Newcomers to Canada
  • Other Racialized Persons
  • Black Canadians
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • 2SLGBTQI+
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
  • Startups
  • Women
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Individuals
  • Academia
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Provincial, territorial, or municipal government organizations
  • All industry

Who is not eligible

  • Federal Crown corporations
  • Provincial Crown corporations

Activities funded

  • Development of tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments.
  • Design of precise timing solutions for extreme northern conditions.
  • Prototype building and validation of clock solutions in different environments.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the solicitation guide
    • Consult the Solicitation Guide on CanadaBuys.
  • Step 2: Prepare your submission
    • Develop and organize your proposal for the challenge.
  • Step 3: Submit through the new IDEaS portal
    • Use the new portal to send your application.

Selection criteria

  • Technology readiness level of the solution.
  • Ability to meet the required timing precision and durability targets.
  • Fit with the challenge’s needs for GPS-denied and northern environments.

Processing and Agreement

  • Submissions are received through the new IDEaS portal.
  • Applications are reviewed under the challenge process.
  • Funding stage depends on the solution’s technology readiness level.
  • Solutions may advance to the next funding stage if they reach the required TRL.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North Program

What is the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North?

This program supports the development of tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied and extreme northern environments. Funding is available in stages for solution development, design, and prototype validation, with support of up to $5 million.

How much funding can be received?

Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North program?

To be eligible for the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North program, you must: Solution must address GPS-denied timing. Proposal must meet tactical-grade requirements. Open to all development stages.

Where is the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North available?

The Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North program is available across Canada.

Is the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North?

Time without limits: Developing tactical-grade clocks for GPS-denied environments in the North is funded by Government of Canada