Deep Space Food Challenge

Who can apply?

• Businesses or other for-profit organizations in Canada;
• Not-for-profit organizations in Canada;
• Indigenous organizations and groups located in Canada;
• Post-secondary/academic institutions located in Canada; and
• Individuals or groups of individuals based in Canada.

Individuals or groups of individuals are encouraged to submit an application to the challenge, but in order to be eligible to receive prizes, they will be required to establish a Canadian legal entity (such as a corporation or a not-for-profit organization) capable of entering into binding agreements in Canada.

Key Dates

• Phase 1 – Design Report Deadline: July 30, 2021
• Up to 10 Semi-Finalists Announced: November 9, 2021
• Phase 2 – Kitchen Demonstration Deadline:January 31, 2023
• Up to 4 Finalists Announced: Spring 2023
• Phase 3 – Full System Demonstration Deadline: Winter 2024
• Canadian Grand Prize Winner Announced: Spring 2024

Prizes

• Up to 10 Prizes of CAD $30,000 open to all eligible innovators submitting a Phase 1 concept application.
• Up to 4 Prizes of CAD $100,000 open to all Semi-Finalists participating in Phase 2.
• Grand Prize of CAD $380,000 open to all Finalists participating in Phase 3.

Note: The number of winners and prize amounts may vary depending on the applications received. For each phase, prize amounts will not be less than the amount per winner indicated above.

Important Resources

• Applicant Guide
• Registration of Interest Form
• Exploration, Imagination, Innovation - A New Space Strategy for Canada (2019)
• How to incorporate in Canada
• Reference Materials
• Webinars
• Media

The application period is closed