Canada Aerospace & Defence Innovation Grants 2026
Access $450M+ in aerospace and defence technology funding through 12+ federal and provincial programs. From Canadian Space Agency initiatives to defence innovation contracts - accelerate your space technology, aviation innovation, satellite development, and defence applications.
Major Aerospace & Defence Programs
Canadian Space Agency funding for space technology development, satellite systems, Earth observation, space exploration, and commercial space applications.
Space Technology Areas:
- • Satellite development and subsystems
- • Earth observation and remote sensing
- • Space robotics and automation
- • Spacecraft propulsion systems
Funding Support:
- • Up to 50% of eligible project costs
- • Space Technology Development Program
- • Lunar Gateway participation
- • Commercial space partnerships
Department of National Defence program supporting innovative solutions for defence and security challenges through competitive innovation challenges and sandbox initiatives.
Defence Focus Areas:
- • Autonomous systems and AI
- • Cybersecurity and cyber defence
- • Surveillance and reconnaissance
- • Communication systems
Program Components:
- • Competitive challenges (up to $150K)
- • Sandbox program (up to $1.5M)
- • Non-repayable contributions
- • Intellectual property retention
IRAP funding for aerospace and aviation SMEs developing innovative aircraft systems, advanced materials, propulsion technologies, and aviation safety solutions.
Aviation Technologies:
- • Aircraft design and systems
- • Advanced composite materials
- • Propulsion and engine technology
- • Avionics and flight systems
Support Included:
- • 60-80% of eligible R&D costs
- • Industrial Technology Advisor
- • Aerospace certification support
- • Export market development
Strategic Innovation Fund and regional aerospace cluster support for large-scale aerospace manufacturing, technology commercialization, and industry partnerships.
Aerospace Clusters:
- • Montreal aerospace hub
- • Toronto aerospace corridor
- • Western Canada aerospace
- • Atlantic aerospace network
Strategic Projects:
- • Aircraft manufacturing expansion
- • Aerospace supply chain development
- • Technology demonstration projects
- • Workforce development programs
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