Federal program

NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP)

National Research Council Canada

NationalOther / multi-utilityIntake status unconfirmedNo stated deadlineVerify, not re-checked in 90 days

What it pays

varies (project contributions negotiated with an Industrial Technology Advisor)

Deadline: none stated on the source page

Advisory services and cost-shared funding for SME technology-innovation projects, including AI, clean technology and digital/Industry 4.0 development work.

Who qualifies

Canadian small and medium-sized businesses; contact 1-877-994-4727 to be assigned an advisor.

The provider confirms eligibility.

Program status

Active, but in transition: IRAP is slated to move from the NRC into the Canada Innovation Corporation around 2026-27, so branding/URLs may change.

Level
Federal
Region
National
Utility
Other / multi-utility
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