PARTENAR-IA — CRIBIQ — Entreprise

📋 Eligible Entities - Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Quebec - Private corporations and businesses registered in Quebec - Businesses must partner with at least one other enterprise and one research center (mandatory collaboration requirement) - Research centers can include universities, CEGEP institutions, or recognized research organizations - Sole proprietors may qualify if operating as a registered business entity - Businesses must be in good standing with provincial and federal tax authorities ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum grant per enterprise partner: $350,000 (non-repayable) - Maximum total project funding: $1.5 million across all partners - Cost-sharing ratio: Grant covers up to 50% of eligible project expenses - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (no loan component) - Funding structure: Contribution-based; businesses must cover minimum 50% of costs through own resources or other sources ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Research and development (R&D) activities - Personnel costs directly related to the project (salaries for R&D staff) - Technology adoption and innovation implementation - Equipment and infrastructure necessary for project execution - Consulting and professional services aligned with project objectives - Intellectual property development and protection - Project management and coordination costs - Training and skill development for project team members ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Mandatory collaboration: Minimum of two enterprise partners plus one research center required to qualify - Cost-sharing obligation: Applicants must secure or commit 50% of total project costs - Quebec residency: Businesses and research partners must be based in Quebec - Compliance requirements: Maintain good standing with tax authorities throughout funding period - Reporting obligations: Submit progress reports and financial documentation as required by CRIBIQ - Project timeline: Subject to specific milestone deadlines established in funding agreement - Intellectual property: Terms regarding ownership and commercialization rights must be defined - Funding allocation: Funds distributed upon approval and verification of eligible expenses