NGen Manufacturing Program

Overview of the NGen Manufacturing Program program:

The NGen Manufacturing Program, part of Canada's Innovation Superclusters Initiative, focuses on advancing the country's manufacturing capabilities. It encourages large-scale, collaborative research and development projects that aim to implement groundbreaking technologies and manufacturing processes. The program promotes partnerships between businesses, academia, and nonprofit organizations to solve pressing industry challenges. By leveraging innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced materials, the program helps participants address market needs and establish Canada as a global leader in advanced manufacturing. Projects funded under this program must demonstrate strong potential for commercialization, scalability, and economic growth.

Benefits of the NGen Manufacturing Program program:

• Financial support for large-scale collaborative R&D projects.
• Access to advanced manufacturing technologies and resources.
• Opportunities to collaborate with leading businesses and academic institutions.
• Strengthened commercialization pathways and global competitiveness.
• Contribution to economic growth and job creation in Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the NGen Manufacturing Program program:

• Eligible applicants must:
• Operate in Canada and focus on advanced manufacturing or related sectors.
• Be a member of NGen (membership is free).
• Form a consortium comprising at least three partner organizations, including a small-to-medium enterprise (SME).
• Present projects that address market challenges and demonstrate clear potential for commercialization.
• Provide financial contributions, covering at least 55.6% of the projects eligible costs.