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Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems
Satellite cybersecurity prototype funding for SMEs
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Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Businesses that meet all of the listed eligibility criteria for the challenge.
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Overview
Innovative Solutions Canada – Cybersecurity in satellite systems supports Canadian for-profit SMEs developing a laboratory-based flatsat platform for cybersecurity experimentation. The challenge funds prototype development for secure satellite software and hardware architectures, cyber defence mechanisms, remote-access training environments, and related satellite subsystems and software.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Phase 2 prototype development
- Build and test a prototype
- Laboratory-based cybersecurity experimentation
- Design, testing, and validation of secure satellite software and hardware architectures
- Cyber defense mechanisms for satellite systems
Documents Needed
- The Challenge Stream Submission Form
- Official solicitation documents
- Tender Notice for this specific challenge
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses that meet all of the listed eligibility criteria for the challenge.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applicable taxes
- Shipping
- Travel and living expenses, as required
- Contracts of support in service on a long-term and ongoing basis
Selection criteria
- Mandatory Criteria require a Pass to proceed to Part 2.
- Point-rated criteria include additional outcomes, S&T risks, project risks, project plan, team skills, inclusivity, financial controls, and commercialization plan.
- Phase 2 proposals must achieve the overall minimum pass mark of 65 of 130 possible total points.
How to apply
- Use the “Propose a solution” link to submit the proposal.
- Complete the Challenge Stream Submission Form.
- Submit enquiries in writing to the Contracting Authority if needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals that meet all Mandatory Criteria are given a Pass and proceed to Part 2.
- Proposals that do not meet all Mandatory Criteria will be deemed non-responsive and given no further consideration.
- Phase 2 proposals must achieve the overall minimum pass mark of 65 of 130 possible total points to be deemed responsive.
- Responses to enquiries will be published through an amendment to the Challenge Notice on CanadaBuys.
Additional information
- Selected companies are eligible to receive one contract per phase per challenge.
- Multiple contracts could result from this Challenge.
- Travel is anticipated to DRDC Valcartier for initial kickoff, at the mid-project and at the end for delivery and training.
- Enquiries must be submitted in writing no later than ten calendar days before the Challenge Notice closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems Program
What is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems?
Innovative Solutions Canada – Cybersecurity in satellite systems supports Canadian for-profit SMEs developing a laboratory-based flatsat platform for cybersecurity experimentation. The challenge funds prototype development for secure satellite software and hardware architectures, cyber defence mechanisms, remote-access training environments, and related satellite subsystems and software.
How much funding can be received?
Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems program?
To be eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems program, you must:
Must be incorporated in Canada and operate as a for-profit business.
Must be a small or medium-sized business with 499 or fewer FTE employees.
Must conduct R&D activities in Canada and meet the Canada-based workforce and executive thresholds.
What expenses are eligible under Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems?
Phase 2 prototype development
Build and test a prototype
Laboratory-based cybersecurity experimentation
Design, testing, and validation of secure satellite software and hardware architectures
Cyber defense mechanisms for satellite systems
Who can I contact for more information about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems?
You can contact Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) by email at TPSGC.PASIC-APISC.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.
Where is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems available?
The Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems program is available across Canada.
Is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Innovative Solutions Canada - Cybersecurity in satellite systems is a Grant and Funding