Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)

National Research Council Canada Canada-wide

Funding amount

up to $1,000,000

Deadline

Rolling — apply anytime

Region

Canada-wide

Funder type

Federal Government

For

Businesses

Eligible organizations

Technology Small and Medium Enterprises

Sectors

Technology, Innovation

About this program

Non-repayable contributions for small businesses developing and commercializing innovative technologies. R&D project funding up to 67%, technical advisory services, and youth employment support.

What this program funds

The Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) is run by the National Research Council Canada and provides non-repayable contributions to small and medium enterprises in the technology sector that are developing and commercializing innovative technologies.

Eligible applicants are technology-focused small and medium enterprises. The program funds research and development projects up to 67% of project costs, with a maximum contribution of $1,000,000 per applicant. Beyond funding, IRAP also provides technical advisory services and supports youth employment initiatives.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline.

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Last verified September 7, 2026 by the Happy Grants engine

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