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Emerging Concepts and Technologies (ECT) Program

New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF) · New Brunswick

Funding amount
Up to $50k (Stream I); up to $150k (Stream II)
Application difficulty
Medium
How to apply
Online
📋 About this program
Provides non‑repayable grants through two streams: Stream I awards up to $50k for early‑stage conceptual projects and Stream II offers up to $150k for adapting technologies from other regions. Applications are reviewed by NBIF and Net Zero Atlantic and must propose emission‑reduction technologies.
Who qualifies
Researchers at NB research institutions and NB companies with significant operations; projects must develop early‑stage emission‑reduction technologies; eligible expenses include research staff salaries, third‑party testing and lab supplies.
Eligible sectors
Technology
Eligible uses
Research Development
🚀 How to apply
  1. Check your eligibility — Review the requirements above, or use FundNavigator's free AI matcher to confirm this program is a fit for your business before spending time on the application.
  2. Prepare your documents — Most programs require business registration documents, recent financial statements, and a description of how you'll use the funds.
  3. Submit your applicationApply at the official portal →
💡 Tips & notes
Application deadline Nov 10 2025; program supports development of net‑zero technologies.https://nbif.ca/emerging-concepts-and-technologies-ect-program/#:~:text=Emerging%20Concepts%20and%20Technologies%20Programhttps://nbif.ca/emerging-concepts-and-technologies-ect-program/#:~:text=