Grants and Contributions:
Title:
HyperDrone: Affordable High-Speed Unmanned Aerial Platform for Defence Readiness – Preliminary Engineering Phase
Agreement Number:
1041313
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
Space Engine Systems Inc. (SES) is advancing HyperDrone, a high-speed unmanned aerial platform designed to support defence readiness, aerospace experimentation, and dual-use technology development. The project strengthens Canada’s capability in advanced propulsion, autonomous systems, and high-performance aerospace platforms—key strategic sectors linked to defence modernization and continental security. By developing scalable domestic expertise and manufacturing capacity, the initiative contributes to Canada’s innovation ecosystem and long-term industrial growth.
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 T6R 3L6
Reference Number:
172-2026-2027-Q1-1041313
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
810349563
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Space Engine Systems Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Riverbend
Federal Riding Number:
48018
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:
336410