NORAD modernization and IDEaS: Maximizing innovation

Do you have a vision for innovation? The IDEaS NORAD Modernization S&T contest opens the door for technologies at early stages of development to assist in the continental defence of North America.  

This IDEaS challenge offers support to Canadian innovators through the NORAD modernization science and technology stream.  

All applications must be submitted by 15:00 EST February 6, 2025.

The challenge

IDEaS is offering grants to support innovations and concepts that advance NORAD modernization S&T to future-proof North America’s defence against aerospace and maritime threats. In addition to bolstering NORAD and the CAFs’ ability to protect North America, the grants offer an opportunity for research and development collaborations that strengthen Canada’s innovation and industrial sectors, and deepen DND’s strong Northern, territorial, and Indigenous partnerships.

The awards aim more specifically to support Canada’s NORAD modernization plan. In particular, this contest aims to support ongoing evolution of continental defence capabilities with investments supporting researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs in assessing new and emerging threats, evolving research and development work, and co-developing innovative technological solutions in immediate priority areas.

READ: NORAD MODERNIZATION – Closing the ‘kill chain’

Challenge topics

This call for proposals will concentrate on five key challenge areas that align with immediate priorities in Canada’s NORAD modernization plan. While proposals targeting these focus areas are encouraged, applicants are also invited to submit proposals to explore related, innovative ideas within the defined challenge topics.

Visit the challenge page for all the details you need to apply.

To receive the applicant guide and instructions on how to apply, email the Contests team:
IDEaSContests.IDEeSConcours@forces.gc.ca