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Title:

Development of an AI-driven Athlete Progression and Team Selection Platform for Competitive Cheerleading

Agreement Number:

1040385

Agreement Value:

$72,300.00

Agreement Date:

Jan 2, 2026 - Jul 9, 2026

Description:

Curv AI will develop and validate an AI-enabled athlete progression and team-selection platform for competitive cheerleading. Leveraging its existing 3D computer vision system, the project will create standardized skill scoring models, athlete progression tracking algorithms, and coach-facing dashboards to support objective team placement decisions. The project addresses technical challenges in translating raw 3D movement data into reliable, validated readiness metrics suitable for tryout environments. Outcomes will position Curv AI to commercialize objective assessment tools across the cheer ecosystem.

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:

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA B3J 3N8

Reference Number:

172-2025-2026-Q4-1040385

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

785621095

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Operating Name:

Curv Health

Recipient's Legal Name:

Curv Labs Inc.

Federal Riding Name:

Halifax

Federal Riding Number:

12005

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:

511211