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NGen SME Feasibility Studies

Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
Maximum Funding
Up to $100,000
Between intakes — currently listed as closed on ngen.ca/funding; monitor ngen...
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Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
50%
NGen SME Feasibility Studies provides Up to $100,000 (50% of eligible costs; project $50K-$200K). Most accessible NGen entry point — grants covering 50% of costs (up to $100K) for manufacturing SMEs to de-risk advanced manufacturing strategies. The program covers up to 50% of eligible costs. Between intakes — currently listed as closed on ngen.ca/funding; monitor ngen.ca/funding/pilot-feasibility for next intake announcement.
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Program Description

Most accessible NGen entry point — grants covering 50% of costs (up to $100K) for manufacturing SMEs to de-risk advanced manufacturing strategies. Unlike NGen's main programs, only needs one SME plus one partner (no large consortium). Studies run up to 9 months. Free NGen membership required.

Eligibility Requirements

  • At least one Canadian SME (<500 employees)
  • Partner org contributing 30%+ (cash or in-kind)
  • All contributors must be NGen members (free)
  • Focus on advanced manufacturing technology de-risking
  • All costs incurred in Canada
Provinces
All Provinces
Industries
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Clean Technology Aerospace Food Beverage +2 more
Business Stage
Established Growth Startup

Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Friendly

Funding Details

Amount
Up to $100,000 (50% of eligible costs; project $50K-$200K)
Type
Grant
Level
Federal
Co-Funding
Up to 50% of eligible costs
Deadline
Between intakes — currently listed as closed on ngen.ca/funding; monitor ngen.ca/funding/pilot-feasibility for next intake announcement

Program Scorecard

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Moderate
Deadline
Between Intakes
Approval
Moderate
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Application Steps

1 Become an NGen Member Register for free NGen membership at ngen.ca. All project contributors (SME lead and partner organizations) must be NGen members before applying.

Required Documents 5

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✓ Project application via NGen portal

Eligible Expenses 8

Ineligible Expenses 8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the questions founders most often ask about NGen SME Feasibility Studies

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Can sole proprietors apply?
No — requires at least one incorporated Canadian SME (<500 employees) plus a partner. Sole proprietors must incorporate to qualify.
What's the typical award amount?
$50,000-$100,000 (50% of costs up to $100K max). Most successful applications request $75K-$90K to cover 9-month feasibility studies.
How long does approval take?
Rolling intake — decisions made within 6-8 weeks after submission. Budget availability affects timing; verify at ngen.ca/funding/pilot-feasibility.
Why do applications fail?
Missing required partner (30%+ contribution), not being an NGen member, or generic surveys instead of specific technology de-risking.
Do I need to pay upfront?
Yes — reimbursement only after project completion. All costs must be incurred in Canada and submitted with receipts.

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