NRC — Plant growth research facilities
Highlights
This program is a fantastic opportunity for your business. It offers access to state-of-the-art plant growth facilities, which include automated greenhouses, growth chambers, and secure seed storage. These resources are designed to support your plant research and product development from start to finish. You will benefit from over 10,000 square feet of growth area, including specialized equipment for precise environmental control and testing.
Why should you apply? By joining this program, you gain access to a dedicated technical team and additional NRC expertise. This includes advanced analytical and research platforms such as hormone profiling, DNA services, and bioinformatics. The program supports a wide range of activities, from plant breeding and cell technology to new crop and technology development. This can significantly enhance your research capabilities and accelerate your business growth.
What’s in it for you? The program provides a comprehensive suite of services and equipment, including automated track sprayers, seed cleaning, and integrated pest management. It is easier to qualify than many other programs, and the support you receive can lead to groundbreaking advancements in your field. By leveraging these resources, your business can achieve new levels of innovation and success.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required.
- No interest rates apply.
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs.
- Equipment purchases.
- Personnel salaries related to the project.
- Materials and supplies.
- Travel expenses for project-related activities.
Ineligible Expenses:
- General operational costs not related to the project.
- Marketing and advertising expenses.
- Debt repayment.
- Real estate purchases.
Fees:
- No application fees.
- No administrative fees.
Qualifications
- Must be involved in live plant research and product development.
- Must require access to specialized equipment and controlled environment options.
- Must need growth space, supplies, and services for plant production and testing.
- Must be interested in scalable and customizable controlled-environment solutions.
- Must need access to automated greenhouse ranges or plant growth chambers.
- Must be interested in using tissue culture, growth chambers, or secure seed storage.
- Must be seeking support for cell technology, protocol development, plant breeding, or environmental testing.
Must be involved in new crop, variety, or technology development.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not involved in plant research or product development.
- Businesses that do not require controlled environment options.
- Businesses that do not need growth space, supplies, or services for plant production.
- Businesses that do not need access to automated greenhouse ranges or plant growth chambers.
- Businesses not interested in using tissue culture, growth chambers, or secure seed storage.
- Businesses not seeking support for cell technology, protocol development, plant breeding, or environmental testing.
- Businesses not involved in new crop, variety, or technology development.
Description
This program offers your business a fantastic opportunity to grow and innovate. You can receive up to $1,000,000 to enhance your operations. Out of this amount, up to $500,000 can be used for purchasing equipment or improving your rented space.
Eligible expenses include:
- Commercial kitchen appliances
- Manufacturing machinery
- Computers and IT infrastructure
- Renovating a retail space
For other essential costs like software or working capital, you can get up to $150,000. The federal government backs 85% of the loan, giving you a significant safety net.
Flexible repayment options are available. You can choose a variable interest rate, a fixed one, or a combination of both. You also have the option to apply significant purchases made in the last year to this loan.
You have up to 15 years to repay the loan, regardless of how you use the funds. This program is designed to support your business's growth and stability.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation: Prepare the following documents:
- Business plan
- Financial statements
- Proof of business registration
- Details of intended use of the facilities (e.g., research proposals, project plans)
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided by the National Research Council Canada (NRC). Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
Submit the Application: Send the completed application form and required documentation to the NRC. You can submit these via email or through the NRC's online portal.
Contact NRC for Assistance: If you have any questions or need help with your application, contact the NRC's business inquiries or technical inquiries team. Use the provided contact details:
- Business inquiries: Laurel O'Connor, Telephone: 306-975-4573, Email: [email protected]
- Technical inquiries: Ivor Smith, Telephone: 306-975-6079, Email: [email protected]
Review and Follow Up: After submission, the NRC will review your application. Be prepared to provide additional information or clarification if requested. Follow up with the NRC to check the status of your application.
Approval and Agreement: Once your application is approved, discuss the terms and conditions of using the facilities. Sign any necessary agreements or contracts.
Utilize the Facilities: Upon finalizing the agreement, you can start using the plant growth research facilities for your business needs. Ensure compliance with all NRC guidelines and protocols during your usage.