Synchronex

📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Quebec - Private sector companies seeking technical expertise and innovation support - Startups and established businesses across various industries - Organizations must be based in or operating within Quebec to access CÉGEP and college resources - Both incorporated businesses and self-employed professionals may be eligible (subject to program terms) ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant structure: Access to expert services rather than direct cash funding - No repayment required: This is a non-repayable grant/subsidy model - Cost-sharing: Businesses typically contribute a portion; exact matching ratios depend on project scope and business size - Value: Access to 1,500+ specialized experts across 59 research centres - No specified maximum grant amount: Funding is based on service utilization and project requirements ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Technical support services from research centre experts - Technological development projects and innovation initiatives - Business intelligence services (market analysis, competitive research) - Personalized training programs for employees - Research and development collaboration with CÉGEP and college institutions - Expert consultations in specialized technical fields ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Geographic requirement: Business must be located in or serve Quebec market - Expert utilization: Must engage with affiliated CÉGEP and college research centres - Project definition: Clear scope and objectives required for expert matching - Compliance: Adherence to program guidelines and reporting requirements - Timeline: Project duration and milestone completion tied to service delivery - Documentation: May require progress reports and outcome metrics - Eligible use: Resources must be applied to legitimate business development and innovation activities