Recyc-Québec — Support for R&D in recycling

📋 Eligible Entities - For-profit businesses operating in Quebec - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the recycling sector - Companies with active operations in tire recycling or tire-derived product development - Businesses demonstrating Quebec residency and tax compliance - Partnerships and cooperatives engaged in recycling activities - Manufacturers seeking to develop new tire-derived products or applications ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $75,000 per project - Cost Coverage: Up to 75% of eligible project costs - Matching Requirement: Applicant must contribute minimum 25% of total project costs - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (does not require repayment) - Funding Type: Direct financial assistance - Single vs. Multiple Awards: Check with Recyc-Québec for project-based limits ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Salaries and wages for R&D personnel conducting research and development activities - Laboratory testing and analysis of tire materials - Product development and prototyping for tire-derived goods - Equipment and technology for processing or testing recycled tire materials - Consulting fees for specialized expertise in product development - Commercialization activities to bring new products to market - Feasibility studies for new tire recycling applications - Quality assurance and certification testing ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Project must focus on tire recycling or value-added tire products - Applicant must demonstrate clear R&D objectives and commercial viability plan - Project timeline and measurable milestones must be defined at application stage - Quarterly or milestone-based reporting may be required to release funds in tranches - Funds must be used within the approved project timeline - Recyc-Québec retains right to audit expenses and verify eligible costs - Intellectual property and commercialization results must align with program goals - Application must include detailed budget breakdown and justification - Preference given to projects with clear environmental and economic benefits - Recipient must maintain detailed financial records and receipts for all expenses