Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Reign Wheelchair and RAPID E-Assist
Agreement Number:
1008011
Agreement Value:
$250,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 1, 2023 - Jul 31, 2024
Description:
The project proposed is to launch Bowhead's wheelchair division and starting lineup of wheelchair products by a) completing the development of the flagship Reign ultralight manual wheelchair, b) starting on the development of a second chair, and c) using Bowhead's technical expertise to initiate Bowhead's RAPID™ electric drive system for manual wheelchairs. Bowhead believes that there is great opportunity in the wheelchair market and in the fresh ideas and innovation that Bowhead can bring with these new products.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T3B 0K6
Reference Number:
172-2023-2024-Q2-1008011
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
729509083
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Bowhead Design Corporation
Federal Riding Name:
Calgary Signal Hill
Federal Riding Number:
48012
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
541420