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NGen Advanced Manufacturing Cluster

Administered by Next Generation Manufacturing Canada

Canada's Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster — cost-shared collaborative projects with consortium partners.

Per-organization
Varies
Deadline
Rolling intake
Decision
~24 weeks
Match required
Yes

About the program

NGen funds industry-led collaborative advanced manufacturing projects. Consortium of 2+ companies required. Government contribution typically 50%.

◆ Funding structure

How much is on the table

The total program pool, per-organization max, and what your contribution has to be.

Total program pool
Not disclosed

This program does not publish an aggregate annual funding pool.

Per organization
Varies

Matching contribution required from your organization.

◆ Your fit

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◆ GovMoney analysis

Worth applying?

Best-fit if you already have a manufacturing project with a clear industrial partner. NGen values genuine consortium engagement — 'we called two suppliers' doesn't count.

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◆ Next steps

Your path forward

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3

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