NRC IRAP Innovation Assistance Program
Summary
The NRC IRAP Innovation Assistance Program offers advisory services and financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada. It aims to help these companies develop and commercialize innovative products and services. The program provides both technical expertise and funding to accelerate innovation and market entry.
Eligibility Criteria
* Must be a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME). * Must be incorporated and operate for profit. * Must be based in Canada. * Must have fewer than 500 full-time equivalent employees. * Must have commercial objectives. * The project must involve R&D and aim to develop new or improve existing products, processes, or services.
How to Apply
1. Visit the NRC IRAP website: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/support-technology-innovation/programs-funding/innovation-assistance-program 2. Review the program details and eligibility criteria carefully. 3. Contact your local NRC IRAP Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) representative to discuss your project and suitability for the program. You can find contact information on the NRC IRAP website. 4. If deemed a good fit, you will be guided through the formal application process, which typically involves submitting a detailed project proposal, business plan, and financial information.