The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) provides advice, connections, and funding to help Canadian small and medium-sized businesses increase their innovation capacity and take ideas to market.
About NRC IRAP
Discover how we can help your small or medium-sized business drive growth through innovation and technology.
Advisory services
Learn about our extensive network of resources and the valuable expertise of our industrial technology advisors.
Financial support for technology innovation
Find out if your business is eligible for financial support through NRC IRAP and how to connect with us.
Funding to hire young graduates
Explore how you can offset the cost of hiring young talent with financial support from NRC IRAP.
International collaboration
Read about how we can help your business better compete in the global marketplace.
Features
Explore our track record of success
See how we've helped small and medium-sized businesses across Canada succeed.
Find tailored support for your business
Find out how over 250 field staff and 130 offices across Canada give you access to support for technology innovation wherever your business may be.
International opportunities
Learn about the latest opportunities to collaborate with NRC IRAP's international partners.