Contact
Use the hashtag #DeepSpaceHealthcareChallenge to join the conversation and get the latest updates on the Challenge. You can also email us at defisante-healthchallenge@asc-csa.gc.ca and we will get back to you within five business days.
Challenge details
Who can apply?
- Businesses or other for-profit organizations incorporated in Canada;
- Not-for-profit organizations registered in Canada;
- Indigenous organizations and groups located in Canada;
- Post-secondary/academic institutions located in Canada; and
- Individuals or groups of individuals located in Canada.
Individuals or groups of individuals are encouraged to submit an application, but will be required to establish a Canadian legal entity in order to be eligible to receive prizes.
Prizes
- Up to 20 prizes of $30,000 open to all eligible innovators submitting a Stage 1 concept application
- Up to 5 Prizes of $350,000 open to all Semi-Finalists participating in Stage 2
- Grand Prize of $500,000 open to all Finalists participating in Stage 3
Note: The number of winners and prize amounts may vary depending on the applications received. For each stage, prize amounts will not be less than the amount per winner indicated above.
Key Dates
- Stage 1 – Design Report Deadline: February 1, 2022
- Up to 20 Semi-Finalists Announced: April 2022
- Stage 2 – Proof-of-concept Deadline: January 2023
- Up to 5 Finalists Announced: April 2023
- Stage 3 – Prototype Demonstration Deadline: Fall 2023
- Grand Prize Winner Announced: Spring 2024