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Title:
Material Passport Initiative- Phase 2A: Development of the National Construction Material Passports Platform in Canada integrating Digital Twins Ecosystem-Proof of Concept
Agreement Number:
1036543
Agreement Value:
$257,538.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 13, 2025 - Apr 30, 2027
Description:
Phase 2A of the Project focuses on developing a scalable Digital Material Passport (DMP) platform to support circular construction practices in Canada. Over 1.5 years, it will implement a proof-of-concept in real and simulated environments, establish data governance and business models, and build a national consortium. Key activities include designing the DMP template, testing it through case studies, creating governance and compliance frameworks, and drafting a strategic roadmap for Phase 2B. The initiative, led by the University of Waterloo and NRC, aims to align with Canadian regulations and enable lifecycle tracking of materials. Anticipated outcomes include reduced waste, increased resource recovery, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Deliverables will include peer-reviewed publications, a consortium plan, and a final report. Collaborators from industry, government, and non-profits will ensure practical relevance and broad stakeholder engagement.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:

In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.

Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2L 3G1
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q3-1036543
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
119260685
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Waterloo
Federal Riding Name:
Waterloo
Federal Riding Number:
35114
Program:
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Program Purpose:

Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.

NAICS Code:
541710