Government Grant

Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP)

The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) provides advisory services and financial support to innovative Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) undertaking technology innovation, research and development, and commercialization projects.

  • Funding is tailored to each project and may support up to 80% of labour costs and up to 50% of subcontractor costs.

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Description

The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) provides advisory services and financial support to innovative Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) undertaking technology innovation, research and development, and commercialization projects.

  • Funding is tailored to each project and may support up to 80% of labour costs and up to 50% of subcontractor costs.


  • Support the research, development, and commercialization of innovative technologies that contribute to the growth and competitiveness of Canadian businesses.