How do I apply for DRDC Defence Research Partnerships?

Visit Government of Canada, Defence Research and Development Canada's website for application instructions.

What industries are eligible for DRDC Defence Research Partnerships?

Eligible industries include: technology, defence, security, academia, non-profit.

Who administers DRDC Defence Research Partnerships?

This program is administered by Government of Canada, Defence Research and Development Canada.

Are there similar programs to DRDC Defence Research Partnerships?

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How can I improve my chances of getting approved for DRDC Defence Research Partnerships?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

DRDC Defence Research Partnerships

Government of Canada, Defence Research and Development Canada

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Collaborate on defence research

Funding

$680 - $680

Deadline

May 10, 2024

Status

Rolling Intake

What Is This Program?

Get the opportunity to collaborate in activities that support strategic objectives and develop new engagement mechanisms that will yield tangible defence research and technology to benefit all partners involved.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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DRDC seeks and offers various collaborative activities and opportunities to deliver science and technology solutions for Canadian defence, security, and public safety. This includes defence research grants (e.g., NSERC Alliance, DND Research Initiative, Discovery Grant supplements), postdoctoral fellowships, research trainee matching, intellectual property licensing, information exchange, cost-shared initiatives, and in-kind collaborations with a wide range of partners.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium, large

Industries: technology, defence, security, academia, non-profit

Region: Canada, allied countries

Other Criteria: Industry organizations (including associations), Academic institutions (universities, colleges, related associations), Other Canadian government departments and agencies (federal, provincial, territorial, municipal), Allied countries (Australia, Germany, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States), Organizations engaged in science and technology solutions relevant to Defence and National Defence (DND) / Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) strategic focus areas, For specific opportunities: NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowships (PDF) award holders, NSERC doctoral scholarship holders, NSERC Discovery Grant awardees (academic research only)

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Email DRDC with your proposal
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📤Submission Method: email
🔄Intake Type: periodic

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: resume
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📐Format Requirements: Email format only, no specific file types mentioned.

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: Collaborative research activities
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: Costs related to weapon-specific technologies
Non-research related expenses
💳Payment Model: mixed
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: No

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

🔀Matching Required: Yes
📊Matching Ratio: 50%
🏦Eligible Matching Sources: cash
in-kind
📚Stacking Rules: Yes, can combine with other government funding.
🛡️Proof of Matching Required: Documentation proving cash and in-kind contributions.

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

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What's included

🛣️Step-by-step application roadmap
📋Complete document checklist
💰Eligible expenses breakdown
🤝Cost-share & matching details
📊Compliance & reporting guide
📄Official program documents
🖨️Print-friendly report

How Do I Apply?

DRDCPartnerships-PartenariatsRDDC@forces.gc.ca

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

This program is available to small, medium, large businesses in technology, defence, security industries located in Canada, allied countries.

This program offers funding up to $680 (minimum $680).

The application deadline is May 10, 2024.

What You'll Get

🛣️Step-by-step application roadmap
📋Complete document checklist
💰Eligible expenses breakdown
🤝Cost-share & matching details
📊Compliance & reporting guide
📄Official program documents
🖨️Print-friendly report

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