Innovation Proof of Concept Grant - EOI

The Innovation Proof-of-Concept Grant aims to strengthen Manitoba-based research innovation and development projects, by filling a funding gap in the Manitoba innovation ecosystem. Through three independent streams, this program provides funding for innovation and commercialization research that is not otherwise accessible. Funds from this program help support activities directly related to process validation and proof-of-concept research.

Funding is targeted towards Bioscience, ICT, Advanced Manufacturing, and Infrastructure and Transportation Industries and Technologies.

Value over 2 years:
Up to $150,000 (Stream 1: Manitoba-Based Consortium)
Up to $100,000 (Stream 2: Manitoba Post-Secondary Researchers)
Up to $100,000 (Stream 3: Manitoba Independent Industry)

Research Manitoba – Fall Intake Webinar
Innovation Proof of Concept Grant
Monday September 28, 2026 – 10am-11am via Zoom
RSVP to helpdesk@researchmb.ca.
Learn more about the Innovation Proof-of-Concept Grant! Join Research Manitoba Program Officer Sneha Das for a webinar about the fall RM IPoC EOI intake on September 28. She'll share best practices for putting together a strong application and answer any questions you have.