Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Defence Readiness Assessment: Adapting AI-Powered Surveillance Technology for Canadian Armed Forces Applications
Agreement Number:
1040985
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 29, 2026 - Mar 28, 2027
Description:
This project will assess the readiness of an AI-powered visual detection and situational awareness platform for Canadian defence applications. The firm will evaluate defence market opportunities for its rapid-deployable surveillance technology, build knowledge of defence procurement processes including security clearances and controlled goods requirements, and explore technical adaptations needed to serve Canadian Armed Forces base protection, perimeter security, and critical infrastructure surveillance needs. Expected outcomes include a defence market entry strategy, procurement roadmap, and technical adaptation plan that positions the firm to compete for defence contracts.
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 T6K 1M3
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1040985
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
784624306
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
Firesafe
Recipient's Legal Name:
Nu Terra Labs Ltd.
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Mill Woods
Federal Riding Number:
48017
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:
541514