Government of Canada backs DI Assist, aiding 860 SMEs, 540 projects, 2,300 jobs

Oct 14, 2026: Government of Canada - NRC IRAP's DI Assist has invested over $135M since Jan 2026, aiding 860 SMEs, 540 projects and over 2,300 jobs.

IRCNews desk October 14, 2026 Updated October 19, 2026 1 min read

Oct 14, 2026: Government of Canada - NRC IRAP's DI Assist has invested over $135M since Jan 2026, aiding 860 SMEs, 540 projects and over 2,300 jobs.

Federal funding for defence and dual‑use tech signals rising demand for STEM talent and innovative SMEs. Newcomers, students, workers and employers may see more R&D roles, partnerships and supply‑chain opportunities across Canada.

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