The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) is Canada’s premier innovation support program for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). If you are an innovative SME in Canada, NRC IRAP can help you enhance your innovation capacity and bring your ideas to market through a combination of financial assistance, advisory services, and connections to leading business and R&D experts across the country. This proven model has been driving business growth and fostering Canada’s innovation ecosystem for over 70 years.

Mandate

To stimulate wealth creation for Canada through innovation.

Mission

To accelerate the growth of small and medium-sized businesses by offering a comprehensive suite of innovation services and funding.

Vision

To be the most impactful program of its kind in the world, where Canadian firms turn first to transform their ideas into commercial success.

Values

• Provide value-added frontline service to clients.
• Respect and invest in the value of people.
• Build and foster partnerships.
• Maintain and enhance technical credibility.
• Ensure accountability for quality service and efficient use of resources.

Strategic Objectives

• Support Canadian SMEs in the development and commercialization of innovative technologies.
• Collaborate with regional and national organizations to further the development and commercialization of technologies by Canadian SMEs.