Funding Selection Process

The process of application and approval of the Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) project has five steps.

1. Preparation and Submission of the Proposal: Interested applicants submit a project proposal to the Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) for SADI repayable contributions, after self assessing for eligibility.
2. Eligibility and Completeness Screening: ITO officials screen each proposal they receive to ensure that the applicant and project meet the six eligibility requirements and that the proposal contains adequate information upon which to start a due diligence review.
3. Due Diligence Review: This review examines the feasibility of the project and the company's ability to deliver on the project's proposed technological, social and economic benefits.
4. Project Approval: The Deputy Minister, the Minister of Industry, Treasury Board and/or Cabinet decides whether or not to approve the project.
5. Decision

If a project is approved, applicants will be required to sign a contribution agreement. Approved projects will be subject to reporting requirements and monitored for compliance.

Discover how the process starts in Phase 1: Preparation and Submission of the Proposal.