Collaborate 2 Commercialize - NSERC-Alliance Stream - Defense and Dual-use Technologies
This program supports the collaboration between Academia and Industry to solve an industry-based problem and drive the commercialization of Intellectual Property [IP]. The institution will leverage the unique skills and specialized infrastructure that is instrumental to streamline internal innovations and commercialization needs. Resulting in targeted training of individuals and direct engagement with Industry to work on commercially viable solutions.
NSERC-Alliance Stream
Individual proposals can request from $20,000 up to $50,000 from NSERC Alliance grants and from $20,000 up to $50,000 from OCI C2C, with a corresponding $20,000 to $50,000 from the industry partner (at least 50% must be cash provided to the academic institution).
Applications will be accepted through targeted calls for proposals. The first call, open from June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026, will focus on defense and dual-use technologies.
This call is to support unclassified college or university industry-academic projects dedicated to the development of non-weapon specific technologies relevant to defence.
For information on full eligibility requirements and the application process, please consult the C2C Program Guidelines. To apply, contact your OCI Business Development Manager.