Canadian midstream battery materials innovation challenge tbr

Overview of the Canadian midstream battery materials innovation challenge tbr program:

Sponsored by the National Research Council (NRC) under the Innovative Solutions Canada program, this challenge aims to bridge gaps in the midstream battery supply chain by fostering innovation among Canadian companies. It focuses on leveraging Canada's critical minerals to develop high-performance, sustainable battery materials, providing a competitive advantage in the ESS and EV sectors. The challenge is open to Canadian midstream battery materials companies that can demonstrate novel high-performance lithium-based (not limited to lithium-ion) cell chemistries that provide clear environmental benefits and improvements over traditional cathode manufacturing methods. These solutions should leverage Canadian precursor supply chain options in alignment with Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy.

Benefits of the Canadian midstream battery materials innovation challenge tbr program:

• Financial support for developing innovative battery materials.
• Opportunity to collaborate with the NRC and access its expertise.
• Contribution to Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy and sustainable development goals.

Eligibility criteria of the Canadian midstream battery materials innovation challenge tbr program:

• Solution proposals can only be submitted by a small business that meets all of the following criteria:
• For profit
• Incorporated in Canada (federally or provincially)
• 499 or fewer full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
• Research and development activities that take place in Canada
• 50% or more of its annual wages, salaries and fees are currently paid to employees and contractors who spend the majority of their time working in Canada
• 50% or more of its FTE employees have Canada as their ordinary place of work
• 50% or more of its senior executives (Vice President and above) have Canada as their principal residence