APECA — Politique des retombées industrielles et technologiques ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian businesses (corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors) - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Large enterprises with Canadian operations - Organizations bidding on major federal government contracts - Companies in aerospace, maritime, and terrestrial (defence/transportation) sectors - Suppliers and subcontractors in eligible industries - Businesses demonstrating capacity to fulfill industrial and technological requirements ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution/support program - Funding Amount: Varies based on project scope and industrial value - Matching Requirements: Cost-sharing expected (percentage varies by project) - Repayability: Non-repayable assistance - Budget Allocation: Funds directed toward industrial capability development and technology transfer initiatives ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Proposal development for federal aerospace, maritime, and terrestrial projects - Industrial capacity assessment and planning - Technology adoption and integration - Research and development supporting bid competitiveness - Equipment acquisition to meet federal contract specifications - Staff training and capability building - Supply chain development - Quality assurance and certification costs - Feasibility studies for federal procurement participation ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicants must be actively bidding on or pursuing major federal government contracts - Demonstration of viable industrial and technological capabilities required - Value proposition must be clearly articulated and evidence-based - Projects must align with federal procurement priorities in aerospace, maritime, or terrestrial sectors - Ongoing compliance monitoring throughout funding period - Reporting requirements on industrial outcomes and technology advancement - Funds contingent on successful bid participation or contract award - Regional economic impact assessment may be required