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PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects
Up to $15,000 plus personalized commercialization support for Montréal SMEs advancing a high-potential innovation.
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Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Businesses operating in the agri-food, clean technology, medical technology or innovative manufacturing sectors.
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Overview
The PME MTL — Call for Projects: Innovation program offers non-repayable financial support of up to $50,000 to accelerate the commercialization or integration of innovative products and technologies in Montreal-based businesses. Eligible activities include specialized workforce funding, hiring researchers, subcontracting technical services, and digital technology training.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- 2 employees minimum
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Commercialization of innovative products or solutions.
- Implementation or integration of new technologies within a business.
- Adoption of innovative business processes to increase productivity.
- Development of innovations with positive impact on the Montréal community.
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses operating in the agri-food, clean technology, medical technology or innovative manufacturing sectors.
- Businesses headquartered in Montréal.
- Businesses that have generated their first revenues or are engaged in a validation process with test customers.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and fees for specialized personnel involved in commercialization (e.g., technical-commercial staff, business developers, engineers for process integration).
- Recruitment costs for hiring students or researchers, particularly in artificial intelligence through recognized programs such as MITACS.
- Subcontracting fees for project development with firms providing technical services (e.g., market identification and development, market studies, use of artificial intelligence).
- Training expenses related to the implementation of digital technologies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses established within the Montréal agglomeration territory.
Selection criteria
- Level of innovation of the product or solution proposed.
- Commercial or industrial potential of the project.
- Benefits and positive impacts for the Montréal community and its citizens.
- Relevance of the project in relation to PME MTL's development objectives.
- Operational aspects, including the company's financial health, realism of the development budget, and the team's capacity to deliver the project on time and within budget.
Additional information
- Applicants can receive personalized support from a PME MTL innovation director throughout the process.
- Innovation experts are available on request to validate project eligibility before submission.
- PME MTL suggests connecting with local experts based on your business postal code or service hub.
Frequently Asked Questions about the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects Program
What is the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects?
The PME MTL — Call for Projects: Innovation program offers non-repayable financial support of up to $50,000 to accelerate the commercialization or integration of innovative products and technologies in Montreal-based businesses. Eligible activities include specialized workforce funding, hiring researchers, subcontracting technical services, and digital technology training.
How much funding can be received?
PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects program?
To be eligible for the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects program, you must:
Private business established for at least two years
Minimum two-person team
Located in the Montréal agglomeration
What expenses are eligible under PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects?
Commercialization of innovative products or solutions.
Implementation or integration of new technologies within a business.
Adoption of innovative business processes to increase productivity.
Development of innovations with positive impact on the Montréal community.
Where is the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects available?
The PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects?
PME MTL — Innovation 2026 Call for Projects is funded by PME MTL