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NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)

by National Research Council of Canada

Canadian federal programme providing advisory services and funding to SMEs developing innovative technologies.

  • StageMVP – Series A
  • EquityEquity-free
  • FormatOnline application
  • LocationCanada

What you get

  1. 01

    Non-repayable funding for R&D projects

  2. 02

    Advisory support from Industrial Technology Advisors

  3. 03

    Help with innovation and commercialisation

Who can apply

Incorporated, for-profit Canadian SMEs (up to 500 employees) pursuing technology innovation in Canada.

Idea MVP Pre-seed Seed Series A

Sectors: Deep tech, Sector-agnostic

How to apply

  1. 1
    Check you're eligible

    Read the criteria above and confirm details on the official page.

  2. 2
    Prepare your material
    • Company registration and eligibility documents
    • A clear project plan with milestones
    • Budget and how the money will be used
    • Evidence of innovation or impact
  3. 3
    Apply on the official site

    Applications go directly to National Research Council of Canada. Kreeaa doesn't submit on your behalf.

  4. 4
    Track it in Kreeaa

    Create a free account to save it and track your status.

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Summary based on the organiser's official website, last checked 2026-10. Terms, eligibility, benefits and deadlines change: always confirm on the official page. Kreeaa is not affiliated with National Research Council of Canada unless stated.

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