Sponsors

Funding for Nanotech BC is provided by:

NRC IRAP
The NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) provides a range of both technical and business oriented advisory services along with potential financial support to growth-oriented Canadian small - and medium-sized enterprises. The program is delivered by an extensive integrated network of 260 professionals in 100 communities across the country. Working directly with these clients, NRC-IRAP supports innovative research and development and commercialization of new products and services. NRC-IRAP views SMEs as the strategic backbone of the Canadian economy and is committed to working with them while they realize their full potential and turn knowledge and innovation into strategic opportunities, jobs and prosperity for all Canadians. Recognized globally for research and innovation,NRC is a leader in the development of an innovative, knowledge-based economy for Canada through science and technology.

Ministry of Advanced Education of BC
The Ministry of Advanced Education provides leadership and direction, establishes policy, and provides funding to the post-secondary system and to the research and technology sector.  The majority of public services for which the Ministry is responsible are delivered by institutions and organizations within the public post-secondary system and the research and technology sector. The institutions, like those in other provinces, have a significant and appropriate degree of autonomy from government. This allows them the necessary independence to determine how to deliver programs and courses effectively, provide education and training to students, undertake research and serve the educational needs of their communities. Various mechanisms, such as legislation, funding agreements and reporting requirements, ensure accountability for public funds.

Western Economic Diversification Canada
Western Economic Diversification Canada's (WD) mandate is to promote the development and diversification of the economy of Western Canada and advance the interests of the West in national economic policy. This mandate is delivered primarily through grants and contributions programs, which enable the department to contribute strongly to the productivity and competitiveness of the West. This is achieved through collaboration with partners including the private sector, other levels of government, academic and financial institutions, as well as research centres, to maximize investment in Western Canada and to create alternative sources of funding for commercial ventures.