Regional Quantum Initiative (RQI) in the Prairie Provinces

Amount:

No fixed amount

Type:

Grant

Description:

The Regional Quantum Initiative advances PrairiesCan’s strategic priorities. As one of four regional hubs of Canadian expertise in the field of quantum technologies, Alberta is well-positioned to transform research into products and processes. The Alberta region has strengths in quantum computing, materials, sensors and communications technology.

Comments on Funding:

Businesses can receive interest-free repayable funding for up to 50% of eligible costs.
Eligible not-for-profit organizations can receive non-repayable funding for up to 90% of eligible costs. Eligible not-for-profit organizations proposing to undertake commercial projects will normally receive repayable funding.
Stacking of government funding (from all three levels of governments) is limited to up to 50% eligible capital costs and 75% of other eligible costs for businesses or commercial projects.

Deadline:

March 21, 2028

Eligibility:

Applicants must be:
1 Incorporated businesses, including start-ups/early revenue firms that are commercializing or adopting quantum technologies or quantum-based solutions.
2. Preference may be given to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with less than 500 full-time employees (FTEs).
3. a for-profit company incorporated to conduct business in Canada;
4. e staffed operating facilities in Alberta;
5. have confirmed funding from all other sources, including government and non-government (non-government funds must represent at least 50% of the proposed project costs).

Application Steps:

Applicants must contact one of the local offices in Alberta to learn if your organization could be eligible or for any other questions on this initiative.

Documentation Needed:

No specific documentation has been identified.

Other Things to Note:

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About the author

Maurice

Maurice (Moe) Muise learned the ins-and-outs of government while an employee of the Government of Canada in Ottawa for 10 years. His current focus is helping small businesses in Canada to identify and maximize funding to grow their business.

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