Wood Innovation Program 2023-2026 QC Canada

Wood Innovation Program 2023-2026

QC, Canada
Stimulates private investments in innovative wood processing and inferior quality wood transformation in Quebec’s forest products and equipment manufacturing industries.
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  • grant_single|openingDateDecember 05, 2024
  • grant_single|closingDateMarch 31, 2027
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Grant and Funding
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  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
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  • Gouvernement du Québec
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The Programme Innovation Bois 2023-2026, initiated by the Quebec Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests, supports private-sector investments in innovative wood transformation projects and in the utilization of low-quality wood. Eligible activities include the implementation of advanced technologies and equipment for wood processing and various feasibility and market studies aimed at enhancing the value-added potential and innovation of the forest products industry.

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Eligible companies for this grant must be based in the province of Quebec. Projects should be conducted within Quebec to qualify for the program.
  • Businesses with an establishment in Quebec.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and the nature of the project.
  • The applicant must be a legally constituted for-profit business or a consortium of businesses operating in the forestry equipment manufacturing industry, or a research, teaching, or knowledge transfer center.
  • The applicant must operate in the forest products industry or use products from this industry, or operate within the forest equipment manufacturing industry.
  • The applicant must have a place of business in Quebec and conduct project activities there.
  • The applicant must submit all required documents as part of the application.
  • The applicant must have the financial and technical capacity to successfully complete the project.

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This grant is open to various entities involved in the forest products industry and related sectors, focusing on innovation and the utilization of low-quality wood. Eligible applicants must satisfy certain organizational and operational criteria.
  • Enterprises or groups of for-profit enterprises legally constituted and operating within the forest equipment manufacturing industry or forest product industry.
  • Research, teaching, or knowledge transfer centers working in the relevant fields.
  • Applicants must conduct project-related activities in Quebec.
  • Entities must demonstrate the financial and technical capacity to complete the proposed projects.

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The Programme Innovation Bois 2023-2026 outlines specific types of entities that are not eligible to participate in the grant. This ensures that only suitable candidates aligned with the program’s goals are considered.
  • Ministries or budgetary organizations.
  • Entities listed in the Register of companies ineligible for public contracts, including their subcontractors registered in RENA.
  • Entities that have failed to fulfill obligations linked to previous financial aid from the Quebec government.
  • Entities not meeting the high standards of integrity expected from recipients of public funds.
  • Insolvent entities, those in bankruptcy, or those benefiting from laws related to bankruptcy or insolvency.

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The Programme Innovation Bois 2023-2026 supports innovative projects in the transformation and utilization of lower-quality wood within Quebec's forest product industry. It encourages investments in innovative processes and studies.
  • Implementation of innovative processes, technologies, equipment, systems, or products in wood transformation industries.
  • Commissioning of pilot or demonstration plants for wood processing.
  • Deployment of innovative forest equipment manufacturing processes, technologies, or systems.
  • Conducting prefeasibility studies for investment projects.
  • Conducting feasibility studies for innovative projects.
  • Conducting market studies related to forest product innovations.
  • Development of business plans for projects leveraging lower-quality wood or innovative processes.
  • Conducting trials and process determination studies in innovative contexts.
  • Applied research for developing new products, processes, equipment, technologies, and systems for the forest product industry.

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The grant covers expenses that are directly incurred after the eligible application date and are essential for the implementation of the projects under its guidelines.
  • Direct costs of materials.
  • Costs related to the acquisition and installation of project-related equipment.
  • Rental equipment costs and expenditures relating to equipment serving to process wood or its derivatives, scaled to the rate of wood usage.
  • Costs for purchasing and developing software critical to the project's execution.
  • Material sampling and quality control costs for production process development.
  • Costs for patent applications and intellectual property protection.
  • Expenses associated with technology transfer reports or licenses.
  • Costs for project-critical tasks conducted outside Quebec, providing justification is given and the costs are essential.
  • Consulting study and specialist contract costs.
  • Standard wage costs for project-related staff, including benefits and mandatory contributions.
  • Professional fees within the rate set by the Ministry.
  • Documentation costs for scientific articles, reports, or specialized publications.
  • Certification and approval costs.
  • Prototype and system production expenses.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Programme Innovation Bois 2023-2026 are based on ensuring their alignment with the program's objectives and criteria detailed in the submission.
  • The project is aligned with the objectives of either Volet 1: Innovation or Volet 2: Bois de qualité inférieure.
  • The applicant's eligibility by being part of eligible clientele as per section 4.1.
  • The project’s admissibility according to the criteria outlined in section 4.4.
  • The inclusion and clear participation of a private enterprise in the project's financial structure.
  • The admissibility of the expenses planned under the project.
  • The conforming structure of the financial plan as presented in the application.
  • The submission of all required documents as outlined in the guidelines.
  • The demonstrated technical capacity of the applicant and their team to successfully implement the project.
  • The economic viability of the project proposal.
  • The logical and clear project coherence with outlined objectives and plans.
  • The realism and appropriateness of the project timeline and steps according to recognized development stages for products or processes.
  • The project’s apparent alignment with current government policies, strategies, and the program’s objectives.
  • For projects under Volet 1, the clear innovative nature of the project.
  • For projects under Volet 2, the project’s capacity to enhance the transformation of lower-quality wood.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for the Programme Innovation Bois 2023-2026 grant:
  • Step 1: Obtain the Application Form
    • Visit the official website of the Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts.
    • Download the latest application form for the Programme Innovation Bois.
  • Step 2: Prepare Required Documentation
    • Gather and prepare necessary documents, including audited financial statements from the last three years.
    • Secure resolutions from the board, if applicable, authorizing the application submission.
    • Prepare detailed expense reports using the provided Excel template.
    • Collect detailed supplier or specialist quotations.
    • For feasibility studies, demonstrate the intention to execute the project in Quebec.
  • Step 3: Complete the Application Form
    • Fill in the application form in French, providing clear and accurate details.
    • Ensure all sections including project description, budget, and objectives are thoroughly completed.
  • Step 4: Submit the Application
    • Submit the completed application form along with all required documentation to the MRNF, following their submission protocol.
    • Applications must be complete; incomplete applications will be returned.
    • Submit any additional information upon request from the MRNF within three months.
  • Step 5: Await Confirmation
    • Receive a confirmation email from MRNF with the assigned application number if the submission is complete.
    • Keep this confirmation for your records and for future reference.
  • Step 6: Participate in Evaluation
    • The Selection Committee may request further information to clarify aspects of your application.
    • Provide requested information promptly to avoid application rejection.
  • Step 7: Meeting with MRNF (if required)
    • Attend any information meeting requested by the MRNF to elaborate on the project proposal.
  • Step 8: Final Decision and Notification
    • Receive notification from MRNF about the application status.
    • If approved, sign a grant agreement to formalize fund allocation and conditions.

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The Programme Innovation Bois 2023-2026 supports innovative projects and the transformation of lower quality wood in the Quebec forestry industry. The grant covers both investment projects and studies with specific eligibility requirements and financial regulations.
  • Eligibility includes for-profit entities, research centers, and educational institutions operating in the forestry products or equipment industry.
  • Non-admissible clientele includes government ministries, organizations on the RENA list, and insolvent entities.
  • Admissible projects must align with innovation or lower quality wood transformation and be completed within five years.
  • Projects must consist of either investment projects or various studies such as feasibility studies and market analyses.
  • Detailed submission requirements include financial statements, resolutions, and a thorough project plan.
  • The grant provides a maximum funding percentage depending on the project type, with a ceiling amount per category.
  • The total government financial aid should not exceed 75% of the project’s admissible expenses.
  • Additional conditions include minimum private funding contributions and specific reporting obligations for accountability.

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PIB@mffp.gouv.qc.ca

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