Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Building Capability for Dealcoholization, Zero-Proof Innovation, and Strategic Growth.
Agreement Number:
1035384
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 1, 2025 - Sep 30, 2026
Description:
The firm, Manitoba’s only majority Indigenous-owned manufacturing brewery, will explore dealcoholization techniques using its flagship Beauty as a test case and assess zero-proof innovation pathways, while strengthening operational excellence through Lean manufacturing, GAP analysis, and process optimization. Strategic planning with Axios Growth Consultants will align capital readiness and market entry. The project includes BTAC trials, a two-phase customer advance interest program, and development of brand assets to position the firm for leadership in Manitoba’s evolving no- and low-alcohol market.
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:
Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA R3B 0M1
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q3-1035384
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
771123494
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 183 days.
Amendment Date
Feb 17, 2026
Recipient's Legal Name:
La Brasserie Nonsuch Brewing Co. Ltd.
Federal Riding Name:
Winnipeg Centre
Federal Riding Number:
46011
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:
3121
Amendments: