You can consult the detailed program rules on the CQDM website.
Oncopole, the FRQS cancer cluster, and CQDM are joining forces to support collaborative translational research and development (R&D) projects in precision oncology care. More specifically, this program aims to support interventions with a personalized approach that optimize the treatment offered to a person affected by cancer, and more specifically through oncogenetics, patient profiling and targeted recruitment for clinical studies.
This partnership creates a unique funding mechanism to bring together experts from academia and industry to support the development of biopharmaceutical platforms, tools and products that will pave the way for new advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
GENERAL FRAMEWORK
This CQDM and Oncopole initiative focuses on research in the field of precision oncology care. This initiative aims to :
- Increase research collaborations and partnerships between universities and companies operating in Quebec’s life sciences ecosystem to improve cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
- Enable technological maturation and industrial value creation to generate economic spin-offs for project stakeholders and for Quebec;
- Contribute to the valorization of knowledge, know-how and new technologies developed in public institutions and their transfer to industry.
AVAILABLE FUNDING
Duration
Minimum 1 year, maximum 3 years
Budget
The project budget must be between $500,000 and $1,250,000;
Financial assistance
Combined financial assistance from CQDM and Oncopole could represent up to 70% of eligible project expenses;
In addition, at least one eligible Quebec SME must contribute to the cash financing. The contribution expected from the SME may vary according to the activities and financing structure proposed, but must represent at least 20% of eligible expenses. In-kind contributions are not eligible for matching;
A portion of the required funding may come from other sources, including Canadian and foreign companies, foundations or government contributions outside the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie (MEIE).
Important dates :
- Deadline for expressions of intent: February 21, 2024
- Application deadline: February 28, 2024
- Notification of winners: June 2024
For further information, please contact :
- Oncopole: Sabrine Naimi, Program Manager – FRQS
- CQDM: Mathieu Paquette, Director – Business Development