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ActiveOcean Start-up Project (Canada's Ocean Supercluster) · 2026

Ocean Start-Up Challenge

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Agency: Ocean Start-up Project (Canada's Ocean Supercluster)
Funding: $25,000 prize money (initial phase includes ten rounds)
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Innovators and companies with problem-solving ideas for ocean challenges. While the source primarily mentions Atlantic Canada, it highlights a broader ocean innovation ecosystem.

About This Grant

Ocean Start-Up Challenge is sponsored by Ocean Start-up Project (Canada's Ocean Supercluster). This challenge is designed to find and support innovators and companies developing products and technologies that solve ocean challenges. It offers cash prizes to winning startups and scale-ups for prototyping solutions.

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Eligibility Requirements

Innovators and companies with problem-solving ideas for ocean challenges. While the source primarily mentions Atlantic Canada, it highlights a broader ocean innovation ecosystem.

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Who can apply for Ocean Start-Up Challenge?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Innovators and companies with problem-solving ideas for ocean challenges. While the source primarily mentions Atlantic Canada, it highlights a broader ocean innovation ecosystem. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Ocean Start-Up Challenge offer?

The current listing shows $25,000 prize money (initial phase includes ten rounds). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Ocean Start-Up Challenge?

Ocean Start-Up Challenge is funded by Ocean Start-up Project (Canada's Ocean Supercluster). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Ocean Start-Up Challenge?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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