
Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)
Administrator: National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Source of Funds: Federal Government, Canada
No DeadlineAbout
This program provides advice, connections, and potential funding to incorporated, for-profit Canadian small and medium-sized businesses with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees that develop and commercialize innovative, technology-driven products or services. Funding supports research and development and other innovation activities with commercialization potential and economic benefits for Canada. Support is assessed individually and is not guaranteed.
All of Canada | Grants and Non-Repayable Contributions | Government Grants and Subsidies
Funding Limits
Eligible Expenditures
- Max $10,000,000
- Consulting Fees
- Salaries
- Sub-Contractor
- Other
- Application Fee: None
Contact Information
Guidelines and Forms
Not Available
Keywords: Innovation, Technology, Research, Industrial, Early Stage Research, Small Businesses, R&D, SMEs, Commercialization, Scientific Research, Research & Development, Development, Market Research, IRAP, NRC, Growth, Support and Expertise
Last Modified: October 15, 2026