Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Premiumization of Ontario Grape-Based Wine via Precision Fermentation and AI-Guided Strain Optimization
Agreement Number:
1031494
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
May 1, 2025 - Mar 19, 2026
Description:
Kulture Rebellion Corp is applying its proprietary AI platform for targeted metabolite discovery and strain consortia optimisation to develop clean-label, premium wine formulations using Ontario-grown grapes. The project replaces conventional additives by optimising natural fermentation through AI-guided microbial pathway selection, enhancing aroma, flavour, and functionality. This work also enriches the AI model’s training dataset, advancing the commercialisation of AI-driven biosciences and strengthening Canada's leadership in sustainable agri-food innovation.
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:
Stoney Creek, Ontario, CA L8E 4Z6
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q1-1031494
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
770749273
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
Kulture Rebellion
Recipient's Legal Name:
Kulture Rebellion Corp.
Federal Riding Name:
Hamilton East--Stoney Creek
Federal Riding Number:
35036
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:
3121