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National Research Council of Canada

National Research Council of Canada

Ottawa, Ontariocanada.ca

Overview

The National Research Council of Canada is the Government of Canada's primary agency for research and development, which provides financial assistance, advisory services, and grants to support innovation in small and medium-sized businesses through programs like the Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP).

Year Founded

1916

Portfolio Companies

370

Website

canada.ca

Investments

National Research Council of Canada investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Xanadu Quantum Technologies LimitedJun 2025GrantCo-investor
Newton Crypto Ltd.Dec 2020GrantCo-investor
Primary Peptides, Inc.May 2023GrantCo-investor
Alpha Cancer TechnologiesJun 2010GrantCo-investor
TritonWearMay 2023GrantCo-investor
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FAQ

Where is National Research Council of Canada based?

National Research Council of Canada is headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

When was National Research Council of Canada founded?

National Research Council of Canada was founded in 1916.

How many portfolio companies does National Research Council of Canada have?

National Research Council of Canada has 370 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in National Research Council of Canada's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Xanadu Quantum Technologies Limited, Newton Crypto Ltd., Primary Peptides, Inc., Alpha Cancer Technologies, TritonWear.

What was National Research Council of Canada's most recent investment shown here?

National Research Council of Canada's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Xanadu Quantum Technologies Limited in 2025.

What sectors does National Research Council of Canada focus on?

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What company stages does National Research Council of Canada focus on?

National Research Council of Canada typically invests at the MultiStage stage.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Year Founded1916

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