National Cybersecurity Consortium Distributes $22.8M in Funding to Advance Canadian Digital Security
CANADA, October 16, 2024 – The National Cybersecurity Consortium (NCC) has announced a slate of 37 Canadian projects that will receive $22.8 million toward cybersecurity projects as part of its second annual Call for Proposals program.
2024 funded projects are spearheaded by Canadian organizations within academia, industry, and the not-for-profit sector, with many projects benefiting from cross-sectoral collaborations facilitated by the NCC. With a total project value of over $60 million, these high-impact initiatives will advance Canadian cybersecurity in three areas: commercialization, training, and research and development.
The NCC’s annual Call for Proposals program funds projects that work toward advancing cybersecurity in Canada as part of its commitment to the Government of Canada’s Cyber Security Innovation Network.
Quotes
“Cybersecurity is more than just a shield for our digital assets; it’s a cornerstone for commercial innovation, economic growth, and societal trust. Projects like the ones supported today protect our cyber landscape which ensures a resilient marketplace, a robust economy, and a secure environment where progress thrives.”
- The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry
“A resilient digital landscape is vital to the wellbeing and security of all Canadians. Today’s funding announcement is an important step forward in maintaining our country as a leader in Cybersecurity, as these 37 projects will develop cybersecurity-related training to support varied industries, bring innovative new products to market, and facilitate opportunities for research and development.”
- Dr. Charmaine Dean, Chair, Board of Directors, National Cybersecurity Consortium
“The National Cybersecurity Consortium’s $22.8 million investment is a critical contribution to the Canadian cybersecurity community that will facilitate cross-sectoral collaborations, drive economic growth, and establish or deepen our knowledge of core technologies that protect Canadians. The funded research and development projects will ultimately have broad impact on all Canadians as we work together to enhance our digital safety.”
- Dr. Ken Barker, Scientific Director, National Cybersecurity Consortium
Key Facts
- The NCC’s funding commitment of $22.8 million has mobilized financial and technical contributions from organizations across Canada, bringing the total project investment in Canadian cybersecurity to over $60 million.
- In its second Call for Proposals, the NCC has more than doubled its funding commitment from $11.2 million in 2023 to $22.8 million in 2024.
- 3 projects have been funded under the Commercialization Stream. 6 projects have been funded under the Training Stream. 28 projects have been funded under the Research and Development Stream.
- The 37 funded projects are produced by 20 Canadian organizations from private industry, academia, and the not-for-profit sector.
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