NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program
Administered by National Research Council Canada
About this grant
NRC IRAP is Canada's premier innovation assistance programme for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Key facts
Eligibility requirements
All of the following criteria must be met:
- Canadian incorporated for-profit SME
- 500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
- Must demonstrate technical risk in the project
- Committed to growth through technology innovation
What the funding covers
- Technical staff salaries
- Contractor costs
- Prototype development
- Pre-commercialisation activities
How to apply
- 1Contact IRAP industrial technology adviser
- 2Discuss project and innovation plans
- 3Submit formal application if eligible
- 4Adviser will guide through approval process
Application tips
Grant details are sourced from official public databases and reviewed weekly. Eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and deadlines may change without notice. Always confirm details on the National Research Council Canada website before applying.
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