Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Project Hapi: Dual-Use AI SMS Helpline for Field Readiness and Personnel Support
Agreement Number:
1040976
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 26, 2026 - Mar 25, 2027
Description:
This project explores defence and dual-use applications of Hapi, an AI-powered SMS text service. Hapi delivers immediate resource navigation without requiring internet access. For Canada's defence, this addresses the strategic challenge of reliable communications in low-bandwidth environments, enabling personnel to securely locate logistics or mental health resources. The project evaluates Hapi's architecture, specifically its real-time analytics dashboard, for command intelligence. It also defines the security standards and certifications needed to deploy this Canadian-hosted technology within defence networks
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:
Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5J 0K5
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1040976
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
755446358
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Duologue Systems Inc
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Centre
Federal Riding Number:
48014
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:
51121