About the program
Invest Nova Scotia (formerly NSBI) provides vouchers to SMEs who wish to access research and development expertise within post-secondary institutions.
Our process for facilitating Invest Nova Scotia PIVP research agreements
The OCIE team reviews and signs off on applications that involve Dalhousie researchers. If the application is successful and the voucher is awarded, the OCIE manager facilitates the development of a research agreement between the company and the researcher(s).
Timeline to completion
The project will begin once the industry partner receives the voucher.
Parties involved
OCIE Manager, researcher(s), company representative, Invest Nova Scotia representative.
Award information
There are two levels of voucher awards. Tier 1 vouchers are for projects valued at a maximum of $15,000. Tier 2 vouchers are for projects valued at a maximum of $25,000.
The voucher is for eligible services in accordance with Invest Nova Scotia's Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program terms and conditions.
All funds are received and managed by Dalhousie’s OCIE on a cost recovery basis, as specified in the voucher. Funds do not transfer to the company.