Grants and Contributions

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In June 2016, as part of the Open Government Action Plan, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) committed to increasing the transparency and usefulness of grants and contribution data and subsequently launched the Guidelines on the Reporting of Grants and Contributions Awards, effective April 1, 2018.

The rules and principles governing government grants and contributions are outlined in the Treasury Board Policy on Transfer Payments. Transfer payments are transfers of money, goods, services or assets made from an appropriation to individuals, organizations or other levels of government, without the federal government directly receiving goods or services in return, but which may require the recipient to provide a report or other information subsequent to receiving payment. These expenditures are reported in the Public Accounts of Canada. The major types of transfer payments are grants, contributions and \'other transfer payments\'.

Included in this category, but not to be reported under proactive disclosure of awards, are (1) transfers to other levels of government such as Equalization payments as well as Canada Health and Social Transfer payments. (2) Grants and contributions reallocated or otherwise redistributed by the recipient to third parties; and (3) information that would normally be withheld under the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act.

1149686 records

$350,000.00

Aug 7, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Lightweight Composite Mechanisms Enabling Deployable Optical Earth Observation Payloads

Agreement Number:

24STDPV29

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Oct 31, 2025
Description:

The proposed project advances Wyvern’s proprietary deployable optics technology wherein optical components of an Earth observation (EO) payload are stowed compactly on launch and unfurled in orbit. The smaller, lighter resultant payload minimizes cost of launch. This enables cost-efficient collection of high-quality hyperspectral imagery – imagery with a large number of bands – of the Earth. Project objectives include design, test, and characterization of lightweight composite material mechanisms for deployment of optical surfaces and accompanying baffling. This project will improve the space-readiness of these components aimed for use in a future generation of Wyvern satellites.

Organization: Canadian Space Agency
Program Name: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location: Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5K 0K6

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Spacefarer 360: 3D Imaging Processing Pipeline and AI for Autonomous Space Robotics

Agreement Number:

24STDPW05

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Aug 31, 2026
Description:

Mission Control proposes a new AI-integrated image processing system that will help spacecraft perform tasks autonomously and safely in these complex environments. The advancement of computer vision and autonomy algorithms for use with wide-angle field of view cameras will advance Canada’s leadership in space robotics, autonomous spacecraft, and safety in robotics operations, opening new capabilities for spacecraft to support our livelihood and economy on and off Earth.

Organization: Canadian Space Agency
Program Name: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1R 6N5

$500,000.00

Aug 7, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Development of Carbon-Neutral fuel for Hybrid Rocket Engine

Agreement Number:

24STDPW13

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Mar 31, 2026
Description:

Reaction Dynamics (RDX) is developing a hybrid rocket engine that will power a low cost, eco-friendly, orbital launch vehicle. A key part of this endeavour is the development of a carbon neutral fuel for the rocket engine. The following project has for main goal the selection of a fuel mixture that will maximize performance, while being made of bioderived polymers. Of key interest are determining the thermal, mechanical, and transport properties (specific heat, heat of combustion, thermal conductivity, strength, etc), that are required for best performance in RDX’s engines. Then, working with a bioderived polymer supplier, RDX will manufacture a fuel with net-zero emissions and test it in a demonstrator rocket engine.

Organization: Canadian Space Agency
Program Name: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, CA J3B 7B5

$150,000.00

Aug 7, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Light Frame Material Technology for Body Armour for various body types

Agreement Number:

1024561

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Mar 31, 2025
Description:

The firm is advancing ballistic protection technology, an innovative solution designed to enhance safety and comfort in ballistic body armour. The project encompasses engineering a proof of concept and developing scalable R&D processes for CAD, 3D printing, and curing, with a focus on optimizing material performance and integrating advanced features to meet the needs of military and first responder applications.

Organization: National Research Council Canada
Program Name: Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Location: Gibsons, British Columbia, CA V0N 1V7

$30,000.00

Aug 7, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Hiring a recent graduate - female

Agreement Number:

1020379

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Aug 6, 2025
Description:

Develop knowledge/skills in the Healthcare Industry
Learn the details of Data/Data Delivery
Develop the knowledge/skills required to attend trade shows, client meetings, and other
opportunities to grow the firm
Enhance visibility of the firm through marketing initiatives via email campaigns and calls
The KPIs needed to run campaigns
The set up and requirements such as Java Script Ad tags
Learn how to create target lists for best prospecting
Understand qualifying customers to ensure success
Drive customer acquisitions and provide solutions to pharmaceutical and hospital networks for
reaching Healthcare Professionals
Work on Request for Proposals from clients and provide responses

Organization: National Research Council Canada
Program Name: Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
Location: Toronto, Ontario, CA M3B 1Z3

$31,230.00

Aug 7, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Market/Technical Feasibility - Offshore Oil Platform Decommissioning AUV

Agreement Number:

1021552

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Nov 26, 2024
Description:

Impossible Metals Canada Inc. is undertaking a three-month project to conduct product discovery based on a preliminary business case for extending the use of existing intellectual property beyond its initial design intent. The technology initially developed for deep sea mining has been identified to have potential applicability for the offshore oil and gas decommissioning market enabling a lower-cost and lower-risk solution to the existing use of divers and ROVs in the final stage of decommissioning.

Organization: National Research Council Canada
Program Name: Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Location: Collingwood, Ontario, CA L9Y 5A6

$260,000.00

Aug 7, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Next Generation Electrochemical Cell for Enhanced Lithium Processing

Agreement Number:

1021652

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Dec 31, 2025
Description:

This project aims to improve the efficiency of the firm’s electrochemical lithium (Li) refining process for fabrication of Li-ion battery grade precursors through development and design of next generation electrochemical cell.

Organization: National Research Council Canada
Program Name: Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6S 2L9

Academia

Agreement:

Pea Genomics: Using Computational Analytics for Enhanced Genomic Prediction.

Agreement Number:

1018576

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Mar 31, 2026
Description:

The proposed Grant & Contribution project aims to perform essential
computational analyses in support of the PeaCE (Pea Climate Efficient)
project approved by Genome Canada. This entails evaluating the genetic
variation present within the Climate-Smart Pea Germplasm Resource
(CSPGR), a collection comprising 2000 lines.
The project also seeks to develop an advanced genomic prediction
framework for peas, with the potential to expedite the breeding cycle and
facilitate the integration of greater genetic diversity into breeding programs.
To achieve this, the project will employ a combination of cutting-edge
statistical models and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML)
algorithms to analyze genomic data and predict crucial traits in peas,
including disease resistance, stress tolerance, yield potential, and other
significant agronomic characteristics. By leveraging these computational
tools, the project aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of pea
breeding programs.

Organization: National Research Council Canada
Program Name: Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Location: Calgary, Alberta, CA T2N 1N4

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Agreement:

Contribution to Botswana Centre for Public Integrity

Agreement Number:

CFLI-2024-HRARE-BW-0002

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Apr 30, 2025
Description:

Establishing youth-led good governance and community development programs through project development and management workshops, advocacy training and the establishment of a youth-led integrity and accountability good governance committee.

Organization: Global Affairs Canada
Program Name: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Location: Gaborone, BW

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Agreement:

Contribution to Justice Project Society, Justice Project Pakistan

Agreement Number:

CFLI-2024-ISBAD-0006

Duration: from Aug 7, 2024 to Apr 30, 2025
Description:

Strengthening institutional capacity and awareness for promoting human rights centered drug policy in Pakistan.

Organization: Global Affairs Canada
Program Name: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Location: Lahore, PK