Mitacs Accelerate International – Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - For-profit private companies of all sizes (startups to large enterprises) - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) – prioritized - Sole proprietors and partnerships operating as registered businesses - Social enterprises and B-Corporations - Must be Canadian-registered with a valid business number - Must have a Canadian location where the research project will be conducted - Companies in all sectors eligible, including manufacturing, technology, services, and more Note: The company must partner with an eligible international researcher or academic institution to participate. --- ### 💰 Funding Details | Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Maximum Grant | $15,000 per project | | Funding Structure | Non-repayable grant (no loan repayment required) | | Company Cost-Share | Minimum $15,000 in-kind or cash contribution required | | Total Project Value | Minimum $30,000 (Mitacs $15,000 + Company $15,000) | | Matching Ratio | 1:1 cost-share (dollar-for-dollar) | | Number of Awards | Multiple projects can be funded per company | | Payment Terms | Reimbursement-based; funds disbursed upon invoicing and milestone completion | --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses Eligible research and development costs: - Salaries and benefits for Canadian graduate students or postdoctoral fellows conducting the research - International researcher or professor fees (if applicable) - Payroll for Canadian research staff directly involved in the project - Laboratory supplies, materials, and equipment (capital items with restrictions) - Software licenses and technology tools for research purposes - Travel costs for international researchers coming to Canada to collaborate - Project management and administrative support (limited percentage) Project Focus Areas: - Product/service development and innovation - Process improvement and optimization - Market validation and commercialization research - IP development and patent support - Technology adoption and adaptation