Grants and Contributions

The nanowire quantum dot photon emitter platform has reached a level of maturity where architectures for scalable entanglement distribution can be considered. To harness and deploy entangled photons in future quantum networks, components for tuning, routing, and encoding them at cryogenic temperatures are required. The project involves an on-chip solution based on actuated microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) coupled to optical systems. MEMS tailored for compatibility with the nanowire geometry will
be designed to efficiently tune the dielectric environment of photonic structures such as waveguides. This process can enable a wide variety of devices such as path-entanglement encoders, quantum gates, and nanobeam cavities for nanowire emission enhancement. Foundry processing will be developed to fabricate devices in both the Si and SiN platforms. NRC’s capabilities in nanopositioning will be used for integrating the MEMS - nanowire components. This work will be an important resource
in the development of architectures for wide-scale entanglement
distribution

Dimatec is upgrading its automated high-temperature Metal Matrix Composite manufacturing cell to improve precision, efficiency, and reliability for dual-use defence and commercial applications while strengthening Canada’s advanced manufacturing capacity.

The project will support exploratory work to assess new applications of handheld ultrasound technology in field conditions, where portable medical imaging may be advantageous or required. This project supports innovation in Canada’s advanced medical technology sector and contributes to broader national priorities related to health innovation, advanced manufacturing, and dual-use technologies that may have both civilian and defence applications.

The goal of this project is to develop formulations and solutions to achieve consistent visual and physical characteristics n with a wood treatment process that emulates ebony with readily available essences.

Many older Canadians wish to age in place, but bathroom accessibility is a major barrier due to space, layout, and retrofit challenges. To date, there is limited guidance for the functional space and configuration requirements to support bathroom maneuvers by individuals who use assistive devices, including 1) WhMD users and 2) people who require a caregiver or support person for bathing or toileting. This study will provide essential evidence to inform discussion for the National Building Code of Canada. Findings from
this work will remove barriers for older adults, while also considering the need for minimum requirements that would allow some accessibility to be provided in tight spaces that are common in the real-world. The widespread uptake of evidence into design practice will be supported by engaging the technical committees developing requirements for the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) in this area.

Participation in the Canadian Cleantech for Mining Mission to Australia and Indonesia – May 4 to 13, 2026. Delegation led by the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) to establish relationships with key customers, end-users, investors and other international firms, which will help set the stage for potential Canadian projects in the International Technology Pilot and Demonstration (ITPD) Program: Cleantech call for proposals. Firm will also be attending the Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX26) conference.

Participation in the Canadian Cleantech for Mining Mission to Australia and Indonesia – May 4 to 13, 2026. Delegation led by the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) to establish relationships with key customers, end-users, investors and other international firms, which will help set the stage for potential Canadian projects in the International Technology Pilot and Demonstration (ITPD) Program: Cleantech call for proposals. Firm will also be attending the Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX26) conference.

The Firm is requesting support to grow through a youth technical role.

The firm will develop a prototype AI software system to enhance connectivity and security for military convoys in the Arctic, validating real-time predictive analytics on hybrid networks and supporting the modernization of autonomous systems.

This project will conduct an ITSG-33 security compliance gap analysis of the Distributive Compute Platform (DCP) for use in environments authorized to process Protected B information. Current technical and operational controls will be assessed against Government of Canada PBMM requirements to identify deficiencies and required improvements. Where feasible, priority remediation activities will be implemented to advance DCP toward PBMM compliance and enable secure processing of Protected B distributed computing workloads.