Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen), with a mission to build world-class advanced manufacturing capabilities in Canada for the benefit of Canadians, is pleased to announce the reopening of our funding support for Canadian manufacturing clusters.
Cluster Accelerator Funding support can be used to support projects covering one or more of the following types of projects:
Cluster applications can be from a new or existing not-for-profit industry led organization/cluster representing SMEs (small/medium enterprises, defined as less than five hundred employees) in a region, sector, or both. Start-up Cluster Accelerator Funding projects require a minimum of five SMEs coming together to form a new cluster that will continue to drive forward the Canadian advanced manufacturing ecosystem. All applicants are encouraged to demonstrate support for a well-rounded ecosystem including industry, academia, research, government agencies, and service companies.
Individual cluster organizations can apply for up to $100,000 per year with an industry match of 150% of cash and/or in-kind contribution per application. Multiple clusters bidding on a collaborative project can apply for up to $75,000 per cluster. The duration of each Cluster Accelerator Funding project is 12 months.
Cluster Accelerator Funding Timelines
The following are key dates for the launch and delivery of the Cluster Accelerator Funding program:
Funding Intake and Screening Form: Complete the form