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NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)

Last verified: June 2026

Canada's flagship innovation program. Funds salary costs for technical staff working on R&D projects that create or improve products, processes, or services.

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Estimated value

Up to $50,000 (SME stream)

Approval likelihood

Medium

Ready to apply score

75/100

Documents needed

Eligibility

Business types:incorporated
Industries:All industries
Provinces:All of Canada
Min employees:1
Max employees:500
Requires R&D activity

What you'll need

Detailed R&D project description
Technical team qualifications
Financial projections and budget
Proof of Canadian incorporation
Intellectual property plan

How to apply

1Contact your local NRC-IRAP Industrial Technology Advisor
2Discuss your project and eligibility
3Develop a project plan with NRC guidance
4Submit formal application through your advisor

Deadline:Rolling: contact advisor to start

Is your business a fit for NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)?

Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.

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GRANTAll of Canada

NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)

Last verified: June 2026

Canada's flagship innovation program. Funds salary costs for technical staff working on R&D projects that create or improve products, processes, or services.

See if I qualify Official page

Estimated value

Up to $50,000 (SME stream)

Approval likelihood

Medium

Ready to apply score

75/100

Documents needed

Eligibility

Business types:incorporated
Industries:All industries
Provinces:All of Canada
Min employees:1
Max employees:500
Requires R&D activity

What you'll need

Detailed R&D project description
Technical team qualifications
Financial projections and budget
Proof of Canadian incorporation
Intellectual property plan

How to apply

1Contact your local NRC-IRAP Industrial Technology Advisor
2Discuss your project and eligibility
3Develop a project plan with NRC guidance
4Submit formal application through your advisor

Deadline:Rolling: contact advisor to start

Is your business a fit for NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)?

Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.

Check my eligibility

Related programs

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