Véhicules connectés et autonomes et mobilité intelligente — Volet 2

📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian businesses of all sizes (small, medium, and large enterprises) - Private sector companies operating in automotive, technology, and mobility sectors - Organizations with demonstrated capacity to develop and deploy connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) technologies - Consortiums or partnerships involving multiple organizations (encouraged) - Companies with viable business models and commercialization pathways ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: Up to $1,000,000 CAD - Funding Structure: Co-investment model (government funds combined with private sector investment) - Matching Requirements: Private sector partners expected to contribute financially to the project - Repayability: Non-repayable grant funding (subject to program terms) - Strategic Support: Access to partner networks and expert guidance beyond financial investment ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Development of connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) technologies - Testing and validation activities (lab, simulation, or real-world trials) - Demonstration projects and pilot deployments - Smart mobility solutions and infrastructure integration - Technology integration and software development - Personnel costs directly related to project execution - Equipment and facilities required for testing and validation - Commercialization preparation and market readiness activities ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Projects must focus on CAV and intelligent mobility innovation with clear commercial potential - Applicants must establish partnerships with strategic industry players or technology providers - Detailed project plans with defined timelines and measurable milestones required - Regular progress reporting and performance tracking mandatory - Funds must be deployed according to approved project schedule - Co-investment commitments from private partners must be documented and secured - Intellectual property (IP) ownership and management terms must be clarified upfront - Successful demonstration or validation of technology functionality required for grant completion - Compliance with Canadian regulations and safety standards mandatory