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NRC IRAP
NRC's funding and advice for companies developing their own technology-driven products.
| Type | Grant |
|---|---|
| Delivered by | National Research Council of Canada |
| What it covers | Research and development of technology-driven products and services |
| Amount | Set project by project |
| Conditions | Incorporated, for-profit companies with up to 500 staff |
| Where | Canada-wide |
| Status | Open, checked on October 15, 2026 |
| Official page | https://nrc.canada.ca/en/support-technology-innovation/financial-support-technology-innovation |
Who it is for
Funds your own product development through an IRAP advisor. It does not fund buying an implementation.
Common questions
Is NRC IRAP a grant?
Yes. It is a grant, so you do not repay it.
Is NRC IRAP open now?
Status when we checked on October 15, 2026: Open. Confirm the status on the official page before you make plans.
Who delivers NRC IRAP?
National Research Council of Canada delivers the program.
Where it applies
British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut.
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