Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Novel skate blade distribution model
Agreement Number:
1038851
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 19, 2026 - May 29, 2026
Description:
Our Project introduces a transformative, technology-driven service for hockey players at all levels through an innovative blade-exchange system. At the heart of this solution is a network of smart vending machines placed in arenas, allowing players to quickly swap used blades for professionally pre-sharpened ones — all managed through a seamless mobile app experience.
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:
Montreal, Quebec, CA H4R 2A4
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1038851
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
861499739
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
TGP Metals
Recipient's Legal Name:
4000943 Canada Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Saint-Laurent
Federal Riding Number:
24068
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:
332710