Space Technology Development Program (STDP)
The Canadian Space Agency's Space Technology Development Program (STDP) supports innovation for the growth of the Canadian space industry and to reduce technological unknowns. Contracts are issued to Canadian organizations for the development of technologies to support future needs of the Canadian Space Program, while non-repayable contributions are awarded to Canadian organizations to support the development of innovative technologies with strong commercial potential.
Offered by Canadian Space Agency (CSA)
Amount
Non-repayable contributions: up to a maximum of 75% of their project cost; Contracts: available funding varies depending on the Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Who can apply
For-profit and not-for-profit organizations established and operating in Canada are eligible to be issued contracts, while only for-profit organizations established and operating in Canada are eligible to be awarded non-repayable contributions.
About the funding
Contracts are issued to Canadian organizations for the development of technologies to support future needs of the Canadian Space Program, while non-repayable contributions are awarded to Canadian organizations to support the development of innovative technologies with strong commercial potential.
Available funding varies depending on the Request for Proposal (RFP) or Announcement of Opportunity (AO). The funds usually cover a period ranging from one to four years.
Mostly in the context of competitive processes, proposals are selected based on the applicant's capacity to advance the development of specific space technologies.
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