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Mitacs Information for Prospective Partners

Find the right talent for your next big thing.

Mitacs is a national not-for-profit that helps companies, non-profits, hospitals and municipalities to solve strategic challenges by leveraging Canada’s world-class post-secondary talent and a global network of industry, academic, and government partnerships. Through these collaborations, Mitacs helps business and community partners succeed, improves students’ on-the-job skills development, and strengthens Canada’s world-class innovation ecosystem.

Funding is available for all sectors, from brand new startups to large organizations.

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Innovative Solutions

Solve challenges and develop new ideas for your organization.

Qualified Talent

Get the expertise you need and find top talent to support your organization – at a reduced cost!

Financial Incentives

Reduce your risk, increase your ROI, and make your budget go further.

How it works

Contact a Mitacs representative

To discuss your eligibility and potential project, contact us through the web form at the bottom of this page.

Find the right talent

A Mitacs rep will help you identify potential talent (undergraduate, Masters, PhD, & post-graduate).

Define your project

Write a draft application for pre-screening and feedback by a Mitacs representative.

Submit your application

Applications have a success rate of over 90%. Mitacs will match funding dollar for dollar. Once an application has been approved, you can begin the same day, or anytime within 12 months.

Contact a Mitacs expert

Ready to take the next step or want more information? Fill out this form and our Mitacs team will connect with you. 

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