Regional Defence Investment Initiative in British Columbia

About

The Regional Defence Investment Initiative in British Columbia offers funding opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) developing technologies with defense applications in sectors such as artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and cybersecurity, providing access to financial support, market expansion, and capacity building resources to enhance their industrial capabilities.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Access to funding to support the development of defense-related technologies.
• 🌐Market Expansion
  Opportunities to expand into the defense supply chain and related markets.
• 🏢Capacity Building
  Support for building industrial capabilities in defense technology.
• 🏭Research Facilities
  Access to research facilities and training resources to enhance technological development.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to small and medium enterprises located in British Columbia, Canada
• Must be developing technologies with defense applications in areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and cybersecurity
• Eligibility is limited to small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
• Must operate within the defense and dual-use technology sectors

Participation Commitments

• Submission of a detailed application outlining the project and its defense applications
• Engagement in the initiative for the duration of the funding period, as specified in the application

Target Sector

Defense technology, including AI, quantum tech, and cybersecurity

Target Location

British Columbia, Canada