If you’re searching for the IRAP portal, you’re likely trying to submit a claim, check a project, or confirm how to access NRC IRAP funding in 2025–2026. The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) uses more than one online entry point, depending on what you need to do. Using the right portal saves time and avoids missed deadlines for claims and project reporting.
Below is a clear, up‑to‑date guide to the official NRC IRAP portals, what each one does, and how they fit into the funding process for Canadian SMEs.
There isn’t just one IRAP portal. NRC IRAP uses three official access points, each with a different purpose.
URL: https://iip-pip.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/src/WebClaims/ClaimsListView.aspx
This is the portal most funded businesses use regularly. The IRAP Innovation Portal (IIP) is where you:
If you already have an approved IRAP project, this is the portal you’ll log into most often.
URL: https://portal-portail.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/
This is the federal sign‑in system used across NRC services. You may be redirected here before accessing the Innovation Portal or other NRC program pages.
Use this portal to:
URL: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/support-technology-innovation/financial-support-technology-innovation
If you’re new to IRAP, this is where you begin. The program page explains:
You cannot apply for funding directly through the IRAP portal without first engaging with an ITA.
The IRAP portal supports projects funded under NRC IRAP, Canada’s largest innovation assistance program for SMEs.
Funding amounts vary by project. IRAP commonly covers a portion of eligible labour and contractor costs, not 100% of expenses.
Once your project is approved, all claims and reporting flow through the IRAP Innovation Portal.
Here’s how most businesses interact with the IRAP portal step by step:
Tools like GrantHub’s eligibility matcher can help you confirm whether IRAP — or complementary programs — fit your business before you invest time in meetings and documentation.
NRC has confirmed that IRAP is planned to be integrated into the Canada Innovation Corporation, with full implementation no later than 2026–27. For now, the existing IRAP portals remain active and required for all funded projects.
If you already have an IRAP project, continue using the current Innovation Portal unless NRC notifies you directly of changes.
Trying to apply through the portal first
You must speak with an ITA before any portal access is granted.
Using the wrong login link
Claims go through the IRAP Innovation Portal, not the general NRC sign‑in page.
Missing claim deadlines
Late submissions can delay payments or risk reimbursement.
Assuming IRAP covers all costs
IRAP typically funds a percentage of eligible expenses, not the full project cost.
Q: Is the IRAP portal the same as the Innovation Canada portal?
No. IRAP uses NRC‑managed portals. Innovation Canada may link to IRAP, but claims and projects are handled in the IRAP Innovation Portal.
Q: Can I submit a new IRAP application through the portal?
No. New applicants must first work with an Industrial Technology Advisor. Portal access comes after project approval.
Q: What costs do I claim in the IRAP portal?
Common claims include eligible salaries, contractor costs, and technical support expenses approved in your contribution agreement.
Q: Do I need a new portal account each year?
No. Your account remains active for approved projects unless NRC requests changes.
Q: Is IRAP funding repayable?
No. NRC IRAP funding is non‑repayable, provided you meet all project and reporting requirements.
If you’re preparing for IRAP or already managing a funded project, knowing which IRAP portal to use is essential. GrantHub tracks 2,500+ active grant programs across Canada — check which ones match your business profile so you can combine IRAP with other federal and provincial funding options.
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