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April 6, 2022 | Local, Aerospace, Naval, Land, C4ISR, Security

3 New Thematic Calls for Prototypes / 3 nouveaux appels thématiques pour les prototypes

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New Testing Stream funding opportunities!

We're looking for innovative, pre-commercial prototypes that can help address Canada's priorities in the Arctic and the North, defence, and oceans fields. Through these three themes, we've launched 15 new funding opportunities for Canadian innovators.

Do you have what it takes? You could receive a contract of up to $1.15M to get your innovation tested with the Government of Canada! Apply before April 22, 2022 at 2:00pm EST.

Arctic and the North

From climate resilience to emergency response, the Government of Canada is seeking innovative solutions to address priorities in the Canadian Arctic and North. Check out our list of opportunities and apply for funding if you're eligible.

Defence

The Government of Canada is looking for prototypes to explore innovating the country's defence capabilities by bolstering cybersecurity, enhancing soldier systems, and more. Check out our list of opportunities and apply for funding if you're eligible.

Oceans

Could your innovation make a difference for Canada's coasts and oceans? The Government of Canada is seeking prototypes to address coastal resilience, pollution remediation, and other ocean priorities. Check out our list of opportunities and apply for funding if you're eligible.

Nouvelles possibilités de financement pour le volet " mise à l'essai " !

Nous sommes à la recherche de prototypes précommerciaux novateurs qui peuvent aider à répondre aux priorités du Canada dans les domaines de l'Arctique et du Nord, de la défense et des océans. Selon ces trois thèmes, nous avons lancé 15 nouvelles possibilités de financement pour les innovateurs canadiens.

Avez-vous ce qu'il faut ? Vous pourriez recevoir un contrat d'une valeur maximale de 1,15 million de dollars pour mettre votre innovation à l'essai auprès du gouvernement du Canada ! Posez votre candidature avant le 22 avril 2022 à 14 h HNE.

L'Arctique et le Nord

De la résilience climatique aux interventions d'urgence, le gouvernement du Canada est à la recherche de solutions novatrices pour répondre aux priorités dans l'Arctique et le Nord canadiens. Consultez notre liste d'opportunités et faites une demande de financement si vous êtes admissible.

Défense

Le gouvernement du Canada est à la recherche de prototypes pour explorer l'innovation des capacités de défense du pays en renforçant la cybersécurité, en améliorant les systèmes des soldats, et plus encore. Consultez notre liste d'opportunités et faites une demande de financement si vous êtes admissible.

Océans

Votre innovation peut-elle faire une différence pour les côtes et les océans du Canada ? Le gouvernement du Canada est à la recherche de prototypes pour aborder la résilience côtière, l'assainissement de la pollution et d'autres priorités relatives aux océans. Consultez notre liste d'opportunités et faites une demande de financement si vous êtes admissible.

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    June 26, 2019 | Local, Naval

    Canadian Surface Combatant project found to cost more than $52.7bn

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  • FUNDING for Innovators who can help fight COVID-19 / Financement pour les innovateurs pouvant contribuer à la lutte contre COVID-19

    April 14, 2020 | Local, Aerospace, Naval, Land, C4ISR, Security

    FUNDING for Innovators who can help fight COVID-19 / Financement pour les innovateurs pouvant contribuer à la lutte contre COVID-19

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  • Failed bidder files trade challenge against Ottawa's frigate design pick

    November 23, 2018 | Local, Naval

    Failed bidder files trade challenge against Ottawa's frigate design pick

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