Our innovation program mobilizes the Port of Québec to stimulate innovation and provide an environment conducive to the creation of concrete solutions tailored to the needs of the port market.
Call for projects
We have no current call for innovations
We have no current calls for innovation with the Port of Québec. However, we are always on the lookout for innovative projects that can meet the challenges facing the Port of Québec, by reducing its environmental impact and improving practices in the water, energy transition and residual materials sectors. Tell us about your project!
Target sectors
We support projects in our three main cleantech niches
We support projects in three major cleantech niches: water, energy transition and residual materials. For this call for innovations, we are looking for innovative solutions to the Port of Quebec's environmental challenges (non-exhaustive list).
Startups with impact projects in the water, energy transition and residual materials sectors that address a port issue are strongly encouraged to apply, even if they do not address the targeted challenges mentioned below.
01
Upgrading plastic canvas used to protect cargoes
02
Algae and invasive species
03
Dredging sediment / contaminated soil
04
Measuring water quality
Eligibility criteria
Conditions and criteria for participating in the innovation program with the Port of Québec
Maturity stage
Pre-start NMT 4 to 7
Location
In Quebec
Export potential
International
Business model
Innovative and impactful*
Legal form
All types
Involvement
Anytime* commitment
*Min : 4 confirmed and max : 7
*Innovative, i.e. involving research, with high impact, significantly reducing GHGs
** Demonstration of serious entrepreneurial commitment (full-time on project)
What does it involve?
Joining one of our innovation programs gives you access to essential resources for your project
Our innovation programs are backed by a strategic industrial partner and a community of committed experts, enabling us to offer all the resources essential to the successful development of clean technology start-ups.
- Access to 2 Degrés' network of experts
- Access to a network of Port of Québec experts and professionals
- Easy access to specialized infrastructure and equipment to accelerate the development of your technology
- Access to networking sessions with the cleantech ecosystem
- Access to events dedicated to entrepreneurs
Program costs
Thanks to the support of the Port of Quebec, the accompanying costs are fully covered.
Financial support of up to $50,000!
Financial support of up to $50,000 may be offered as part of this program carried out alongside the Port of Québec. Startups selected to deploy a pilot project, after three months of coaching and discussions with the partner, will be eligible for this funding.
This program lasts from 3 to 12 months, depending on your needs and the completion of a pilot project.
Support
Specialized support to develop your solutions
You will benefit from two hours of monthly coaching with a member of our team to guide you in the development of your project. You can also benefit from a bank of hours of complementary expertise with one of our external coaches.
Meetings with the industrial partner will be organized according to your needs.
Need more information?
Do you have a question or would you like to discuss the eligibility of your project? Please contact us! We'll be happy to help.
