Grants and Contributions

Participation in the Canadian circular battery technologies mission to South Korea – January 13 to 17, 2025. 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 upcoming International Technology Pilot and Demonstration (ITPD) Program: Cleantech call for proposals.

To develop a novel stand-alone battery and power management system to facilitate electrification of equipment and vehicles on construction sites.

A new central library in Guelph, ON, that will usher in a new era of library and social services for the entire community. Part of a larger, sustainable, mixed-use development that adheres to the sustainability goals of the one planet living, the library will meet the design requirements of Net Zero Carbon Version 3.

A new cultural centre in Toronto, ON that will re-build a city-owned heritage building in the Mirvish Village redevelopment in Toronto. The proposed project will increase accessibility, energy efficiency, health and safety, and significantly expand space for programming. The new building will include a soundproofed drumming studio, an art gallery, a digital podcast room, a bookstore, and multi-purpose community spaces for meetings, programs, and events.

The renovation of a community center in one of Quebec's most disadvantaged neighborhoods aims to create a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment while enhancing energy efficiency. The transformation of the building's rear into an integrated support services wing seeks to provide a welcoming, guiding, and personalized support space. This initiative fosters kindness and inclusion and help prevent critical situations such as femicide, drug addiction, etc.

As part of its electrification project, RÉGÎM plans to acquire a total of 21 electric buses (10 adapted buses and 11 regular buses).
The project calls for the installation of 12 recharging facilities throughout the territory served by RÉGÎM.
A total of 18 level 3 (fast) and 20 level 2 (regular) charging stations will be installed at strategic locations throughout the territory, enabling electric buses to be charged for regular and paratransit routes.
The overall budget for the RÉGÎM electrification project is $13,073,896:
Before subsidies, buses account for 59% of the budget ($7,655,000).
Charging infrastructure accounts for 8% ($1,060,931).
Project management and implementation costs are estimated at 17% ($2,178,983).
Contingencies are estimated at 20% ($2,178,983).
Context: Understanding reality for a better vision of the future
With a surface area of over 20,000 km2, the Gaspé Peninsula's main mobility infrastructure is its road network, more specifically Route 132. The Régie intermunicipale de transport Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (RÉGIM), which has specialized in public transit for nearly 10 years, connects municipalities on a territory of some 700 km of roads. The current service offers an average trip length of 65 km, ranging from 15 km to 105 km. There are some 18 routes offered in the Gaspé region, depending on the season. It's important to note that the number of routes is not dictated by vehicle availability, but by RÉGIM's operating costs and budget.
The RÉGÎM's strategic vision is one of growth, development and innovation. Investments in public transit have a significant direct and indirect impact on the community, and several economic and socio-demographic factors (rising fuel prices, aging population, etc.) theoretically favor an increase in the needs of potential RÉGÎM customers.
Fleet electrification: the way of the future
The objectives for the electrification of transport are perfectly in line with RÉGÎM's vision, because they can benefit public transport. By switching to electric mode, RÉGÎM's service offering will have an impact not only on the environment, but also on economic and social levels.
The economic benefits of electrifying public transit in Gaspésie and the Magdalen Islands
RÉGIM wants to find a solution to increase its service offering while maintaining a similar operating budget to ensure its long-term survival. Having to renew contracts with transport companies, RÉGIM sees an opportunity to take advantage of this situation to introduce electric buses on its network. And given the advantages of electrifying transport, it would be possible to increase the frequency of trips at a similar operating cost.
Capital project components
Electrification planning
Vehicle needs analysis and tender plan (regions, type of service, etc.)
Charging network implementation plan
Logistics of electrified fleet management and relations with carriers
Charging infrastructure
RÉGÎM will organize calls for tenders for the acquisition of level 2 and 3 charging stations to establish a bus charging network based on autonomy and availability (charging time) requirements.
RÉGÎM will plan and coordinate network installations according to a network implementation plan.
Acquisition of electric buses: regular and paratransit services
The RÉGÎM will organize calls for tender for the acquisition of electric buses.

The renovation and adaptation of a community center in Shawinigan, Quebec aims to establish an access point for vulnerable individuals seeking to break the cycle of poverty. By increasing its presence in one of Quebec's most disadvantaged neighborhoods, the project will enhance the living conditions of vulnerable people and boost their self-esteem, enabling them to become active members of our community. The entire building will undergo renovations, including upgrades to heating, electrical systems, and plumbing.

The Government of Canada announced $6 billion over 10 years in Budget 2024 for the new Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund to accelerate the construction and upgrading of housing-enabling drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste infrastructure, directly supporting the creation of new homes and increasing densification.

To support establishing a Net Zero prefabrication facility for the production of wall and roof panels to meet Passive House and Net Zero standards.

To enhance productivity at ABIC’s factory by integrating automation technologies, enabling the production of residential components such as floors, wall panels, and roof trusses, while increasing homebuilding capacity.