Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Feasibility Study of Unmanned Aerial Systems for Health Service Delivery and Emergency Planning and Response
Agreement Number:
1033677
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Aug 15, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project is a feasibility study as the first phase of the UAV medical supply delivery logistics initiative in partnership with Island Health. This project will focus on defining operational and regulatory requirements to strengthen the foundation for a full-scale implementation. It will also improve the readiness for commercialization by aligning the UAV and Smart Payload technologies with real-world logistics needs (and define operational mission profiles) for emerging Canadian BVLOS & ISO standards.
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:
Victoria, British Columbia, CA V8N 1S6
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1033677
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
850673120
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
Quaternion Aerospace Inc
Recipient's Legal Name:
Quaternion Engineering Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Victoria
Federal Riding Number:
59041
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:
336410