Idea to Innovation (I2I) Grants

I2I grants provide funding to support research and development projects with recognized technology transfer potential. This is achieved through defined phases by providing crucial assistance in the early stages of technology validation and market connection. Applications will be developed in close collaboration with the University’s Partnerships & Innovation Office.

There are four distinct funding options, characterized by the maturity of the technology or the involvement of an early-stage investment entity or industrial partner:

• Market Assessment
• Phase I - reduction-to-practice stage
• Phase IIa – technology enhancement – early-stage investment partner
• Phase IIb – technology enhancement – partnership with Canadian company

The institution must justify these expenses for technology transfer activities and commit to covering at least half of their cost. NSERC may provide support up to a maximum of 10% of the total requested amount (i.e., the NSERC contribution will be no more than $12,500 for a $125,000 requested budget).