Grants and Contributions:

Title:
Quantum Sensing for Defence - Canadian Market Entry Strategy for AY Sensors
Agreement Number:
1040622
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 23, 2026 - Feb 28, 2027
Description:
This project will support structured exploratory work to assess the viability of entering the Canadian defence market. It is expected to position the company to pursue Canadian defence programme opportunities, contribute to Canada's sovereign defence industrial capacity, and support the growth of highly qualified employment in British Columbia
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:
Victoria, British Columbia, CA V8N 3X5
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1040622
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
738140409
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
AY Sensors Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Saanich--Gulf Islands
Federal Riding Number:
59027
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:
334512