Programs and support pathways
NRC IRAP explained for Canadian technology SMEs
What NRC IRAP does, how advisory support differs from a simple grant, and what firms should prepare before making contact.
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Programs and support pathways
Plain-language orientation to major federal and regional innovation supports without promising eligibility or funding.
Programs and support pathways
The SR&ED tax incentive explained
A non-tax-advice guide to the logic of Scientific Research and Experimental Development claims, evidence and project boundaries.
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The Strategic Innovation Fund explained
A high-level guide to the role of the Strategic Innovation Fund in major business investment, R&D and industrial capability projects.
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Canada’s Global Innovation Clusters explained
How business-led clusters support collaborative projects in digital technology, advanced manufacturing, supply chains, protein industries and ocean industries.
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Regional development agencies and innovation support
How Canada’s regional development agencies fit into business growth, commercialization and local economic priorities.
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Using Innovation Canada and the Business Benefits Finder
How to use government support-search tools efficiently without treating automated matches as eligibility decisions.
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