Industrial Technologies Office
ito.ic.gc.ca
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Selection Process
R&D in Canada
Innovation is vital to improve productivity in today's knowledge-based economy. Vigorous competition, rapidly evolving technology, and the ease with which investment and knowledge move around the world make it essential for Canadian companies to be innovative.
Are you looking for a snapshot of the SADI application process? Then consult the SADI application process flow chart – a one page diagram that details all of the steps involved in applying for SADI contributions. The flow chart is interactive – just click on any box to learn more about the specific step involved.
Funding Selection Process
There are five steps in the Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) project application and approval process.
- Proposal Submission: Interested applicants submit a project proposal to the Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) for SADI repayable contributions.
- Eligibility Review: ITO reviews the proposal to determine if it meets the eligibility criteria.
- Assessment Review: The proposal is evaluated against assessment criteria with respect to proposed technological, social and economic benefits, as well as company capability to achieve the stated objectives.
- Due Diligence Review: This review examines the feasibility of the project and the company's ability to deliver on the project's proposed technological, social and economic benefits.
- Decision: The Deputy Minister, the Minister of Industry, Treasury Board and/or Cabinet decides whether or not to approve the project.
If a project is approved, applicants will be required to sign a contribution agreement. Approved projects will be subject to reporting requirements and monitored for compliance.
Discover how the process starts in Step 1. Proposal Submission.
