Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP)
Canada
Funding for international industrial R&D
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Grant and Funding
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- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Government of Canada
- Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
- Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
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Get up to $600,000 in funding to cover up to 50% of research and development project expenses while working with a foreign partner in Brazil, China, India, Israel or South Korea.
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The Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) offers financial support to Canadian SMEs engaged in international Research and Development projects. The program's financing modalities are designed to support various R&D activities close to commercialization.
- Provides funding of up to 50% of eligible costs, with a maximum cap of $600,000 for collaborative R&D projects.
- Funds up to 50% of eligible costs, up to $15,000 for Partnership Development Activities.
- Eligible expenses include salaries, contractors' fees, travel costs, and marketing materials.
- Allows for reimbursement of specific costs, contingent upon meeting the terms outlined in the Contribution Agreement.
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This funding initiative endeavors to enhance international research and development collaborations between Canadian and foreign partners. Projects eligible for support focus on technological advancements that are nearing commercialization and require adaptation or validation for new markets.
- Partnership Development Activities targeting networking and matchmaking for potential R&D collaborations.
- Collaborative research and development projects with foreign entities.
- Technology adaptation for entering new markets.
- Technology validation to gain approval from early adopter customers.
- Technology co-development involving the creation of novel products, services, or processes.
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$ 102,000
Enhance agricultural practices with a partner in South Korea
$ 167,000
Develop a medical device in cooperation with a partner in India
$ 175,000
Research renewable energy solutions in partnership with a firm in China
$ 111,500
Study the impact of climate change in Lakeland areas with Brazilian counterparts
$ 120,000
Develop a new software solution in collaboration with a partner in Brazil
$ 88,000
Create a cultural exchange program with partners in Israel
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Eligibility for the Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) is determined by specific requirements related to the company's profile and readiness to collaborate on international projects.
- The company must be an incorporated, profit-oriented small or medium-sized enterprise.
- It should have up to 500 full-time equivalent employees.
- The company must be ready to collaborate on a research and development project with a foreign partner.
- It should seek to commercialize new or improved products, services, or processes.
- The company must own or co-own the intellectual property of the technology to be commercialized.
- It should have sufficient resources to support its share of the project's cost.
- The company should not be entirely funded by Canadian government organizations.
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Canadian companies that are eligible to apply for the Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) must meet the following criteria:- They must be incorporated and operate on a for-profit basis.- The company should classify as a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), having up to 500 full-time equivalent employees.- Eligible companies should aim to develop new or improved products, services, or processes that have high commercialization potential.- Applicants must be prepared to collaborate on a research and development (R&D) project with a foreign partner.- The SME should own or co-own the intellectual property of the technology intended for commercialization.- They must have the financial resources available to contribute to the shared costs associated with Partnership Development Activities (PDAs) and collaborative R&D projects.- Companies should not be entirely funded by Canadian government organizations, including federal, provincial, territorial, municipal bodies, or Crown corporations.
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This program has specific eligibility requirements for Canadian companies and restrictions regarding funding sources to ensure that the grants are properly allocated. Below are some of the restrictions identified:
- Companies that are entirely funded by Canadian government organizations including federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal bodies or Crown corporations.
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The CIIP grant covers various expenses to support Canadian SMEs in international R&D projects.
- Salary costs for personnel involved in the project.
- Contractors' fees for external expertise.
- Reasonable travel expenses including economy class airfare, accommodations, and meals (per diems).
- Local transportation for project-related travel.
- Translation and marketing materials necessary for the project.
- Conference and tradeshow fees to facilitate market entry and partnerships.
- Photocopies or printed materials related to the project's execution.
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The Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) supports companies to foster international research and development partnerships in specific markets. Participating countries ensure focused collaboration aimed at commercialization efforts.
- Brazil
- China
- India
- Israel
- South Korea
- Taiwan
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant's objectives of promoting international R&D collaboration.
- Quality and scope of the proposed collaboration with foreign partners.
- Potential for successful commercialization of the developed or adapted technology.
- Strength and credibility of the Canadian and foreign partners involved.
- Alignment of the project with targeted international markets such as Brazil, China, India, Israel, South Korea, and Taiwan.
- Efficient use of resources and feasible project implementation plan.
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Here are the steps to apply for funding under the Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP):
- Step 1: Register with NRC IRAP
- Provide basic information about your organization.
- Get assigned an Industrial Technology Advisor (ITA) from NRC IRAP.
- Step 2: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Fill out the EOI form with preliminary project details.
- Submit the EOI to your NRC IRAP representative for evaluation.
- Await invitation to submit a detailed proposal if qualified.
- Step 3: Submit an International Consortium Project Proposal (ICPP)
- Collaborate with your foreign partner to complete the ICPP package.
- Submit the ICPP to both NRC IRAP and the partner country's funding body.
- Step 4: Finalize National Funding Body Proposal and Funding Agreement
- Work independently with the national funding bodies.
- Prepare and sign funding proposals and legally binding agreements.
- Coordinate with NRC IRAP to finalize a Contribution Agreement (CA).
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) is a joint initiative managed by Global Affairs Canada and the National Research Council Canada's Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP).
- Partner entities must sign a Partnership Agreement that includes a clear Intellectual Property (IP) framework before applying for funding.
- Funding decisions are made on a competitive basis, as the program can only support a limited number of projects per Call for Proposals.
- Registration with NRC IRAP is a part of the application process, where an Industrial Technology Advisor (ITA) will be assigned to assist the applicant.
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innovation@international.gc.ca
