Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Automated Telephony technology for Defence use Feasibility Study
Agreement Number:
1039966
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 9, 2026 - Oct 5, 2026
Description:
ion8 will assess the feasibility of adapting its proprietary automated telephony and unified communications platform for defence and dual-use applications. The project will analyze the Canadian defence market, identify applicable procurement pathways and regulatory requirements, and evaluate the technical modifications needed to align the platform with military-grade standards. Outputs include a market intelligence report, compliance roadmap, and technical alignment plan. The project will expand ion8's defence sector capabilities, create skilled Canadian jobs, and support the growth of Canada's domestic defence technology supply chain.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.
Location:
North Bay, Ontario, CA P1A 2J3
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1039966
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
843046319
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
ion8
Recipient's Legal Name:
2263780 ONTARIO INC.
Federal Riding Name:
Nipissing--Timiskaming
Federal Riding Number:
35070
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.
Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
5112