BLIQc Inc.: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Quebec|Québec, QC · in the contract register · grants and contributions register · Québec

BLIQc Inc.: federal grants and contributions: 29 agreements; $3.9M value; 4 departments; 11 programs.

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29agreements
$3.9Mvalue
4departments
11programs

Largest agreements

Démonstration, optimisation et préparation à la commercialisation d’une solution optique de mesure de viscosité en temps réel$1.2Mvalue2026start2038end

The project aims to demonstrate, validate, and optimize the real-time optical measurement technology developed by Bliq Photonique for monitoring viscosity in industrial food processing operations. It is structured around two complementary activities: a demonstration and technology adaptation phase at industrial sites in Canada and internationally, and a commercial preparation phase for international market launch. The solution, designed and manufactured in Quebec, is currently ready for pre-commercial demonstrations. The project will enable the final step to be taken before large-scale industr

400057604$1.0Mvalue2020start2021end

Working Capital: In the context of the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the project aims to ensure the continuity of operations of a company that specializes in the design, manufacture and marketing of custom optical microscopy imaging solutions.

Subcellular microscopy for imaging molecular organization in living organisms$300Kvalue2021start2023end

Until now, no commercial imaging strategy has been able to visualize the molecular organization of a living organism. The firm's mission is to develop a microscope capable of detecting molecular organization by exploiting a quantum property of light called polarization.

Optimization of non-contact, real-time optical viscosity measurement in industrial environments.$200Kvalue2025start2027end

This project aims to optimize and expand the use of an innovative viscosity probe in the food, cosmetics, and petroleum industries. Thanks to advanced data processing algorithms and a robust design, the probe meets the productivity, durability, and quality control needs of modern industrial processes.

400053767$120Kvalue2018start2019end

Marketing strategy, innovation activities and equipment purchase: The project aims to support the commercial and innovation capacities of a technology company operating in optical microscopy.

Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)$100Kvalue2017start–end

;Repayable Contribution

Design of an industrial sensor to measure coagulation$100Kvalue2024start2024end

The aim of this project is to develop an optical sensor that can measure the coagulation state of milk optically, in real time, without disrupting the process. This technology offers cheese-makers the possibility of monitoring the coagulation process precisely and in detail, without any interruptions.

ARP - Development of an excitation path for the SPARQ system$75.0Kvalue2023start2023end

This project aims to develop a new excitation path for the firm’s SPARQ module.

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ARP - Direct optical viscosity measurement of mineral oils and foods$75.0Kvalue2024start2025end

This project aims to adapt and optimize an optical viscosity probe for mineral oils and various food sectors, beyond milk. The aim is to ensure accurate and efficient viscosity measurement to improve the quality of manufacturing processes.

Accelerating the internationalization of Bliq Photonique$52.5Kvalue2020start2021end

Bliq Photonique's patented technology products are of interest to international customers. Seizing these strategic opportunities quickly is key to increasing exports and company growth.

Agreement$50.0Kvalue2017start–end
ARP - Real-time multipurpose optogenetic photostimulation system$50.0Kvalue2018start2018end

R&D project to dispel the technological uncertainty with respect to the integration of a real-time multipurpose optogenetic photo stimulation module in an optical imaging multiphotonic high-speed system.

ARP - High frequency multimodal temporal synchronization$50.0Kvalue2018start2019end

ARP - High frequency multimodal temporal synchronization

International expansion of Bliq Photonique$50.0Kvalue2019start2020end

Bliq Photonique designs and manufactures microscopy systems for life sciences researchers in Quebec City. The objective of this project is to continue the internationalization of the firm.

ARP - Ultra-fast wide-field imaging system with high resolution in 3D$50.0Kvalue2019start2020end

This project aims to design an ultra-fast wide-field imaging system with an optical section and high resolution to visualize subcellular architectures and high-resolution morphologies in three dimensions in real time.

COVID-19 - Fast 3D Sparq for Pathology$50.0Kvalue2020start2021end

This project involves the design and integration of a system for the management and acquisition of three-dimensional images at high speed in real time. In the context of COVID-19, this technology makes it possible to better image the lung in order to better understand the various pathologies that can affect its proper functioning.

Agreement$40.0Kvalue2018start–end
Development of Bliq Photonique in the United States$40.0Kvalue2018start2019end

After having completed several sales of microscopy systems in Canada thanks to a personalized approach and patented technologies, Bliq Photonique begins its internationalization in the United States, a very promising market.

BLIQc Inc.-2026-2027-1043608$40.0Kvalue2026start2027end

The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.

Bliqc Inc.-2021-2022-985484$34.0Kvalue2021start2022end

The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.

BLIQc Inc.-2023-2024-1008140$33.5Kvalue2023start2024end

The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.

BLIQc Inc.-2023-2024-1012819$33.1Kvalue2023start2024end

The purpose of this CanExport Innovation agreement is to support Canadian organizations to carry out activities related to pursuing opportunities that would lead to establishing new collaborative Research and Development (R&D) partnerships between the Recipient and foreign organizations in order to support R&D on the Recipient’s technology and advance its commercialization.

YEP – Hiring of an optics physicist$30.0Kvalue2022start2022end

This project aims to support the hiring of a new resource in optical physics

BLIQc Inc.-2024-2025-1023486$28.0Kvalue2024start2025end

The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.

IP Assist: Intellectual Property Strategy Engagement$24.0Kvalue2026start2026end

The project will support development of intellectual property capacity within the firm.

IP Assist N2: Intellectual Property Strategy Engagement$22.0Kvalue2023start2023end

The project will support development of intellectual property capacity within the firm.

YOUTH - Commercialization support$20.0Kvalue2025start2026end

The project supports the hiring of a recent graduate to assist with the commercialization of real-time optical viscosity measurement technology.

Youth - Canada Summer Jobs$3.9Kvalue2019start2019end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.

EEC 59 - Bliq Photonique$2.5Kvalue2018start2018end

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Departments

National Research Council Canada23agreements$1.4Mvalue7programs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • CanExport
  • CanExport SMEs
  • CanExport SME
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
  • CanExport Innovation

All grants from National Research Council Canada

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions3agreements$1.2Mvalue2programs
  • Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (REGI-RRRF)
  • Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)

All grants from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada1agreements$1.2Mvalue1programs
Employment and Social Development Canada2agreements$6.4Kvalue1programs

Years

20263agreements$1.3Mvalue3programs
  • AgriInnovate Program
  • CanExport
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program
20252agreements$220Kvalue2programs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
20243agreements$203Kvalue2programs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • CanExport SME
20234agreements$164Kvalue3programs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • CanExport SME
  • CanExport Innovation
20221agreements$30.0Kvalue1programs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
20212agreements$334Kvalue2programs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • CanExport SMEs
20203agreements$1.1Mvalue3programs
  • Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (REGI-RRRF)
  • CanExport SMEs
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
20193agreements$104Kvalue3programs
  • CanExport
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20186agreements$303Kvalue4programs
  • Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
  • CanExport
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20172agreements$150Kvalue1programs
  • Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure of grants and contributions (open.canada.ca, dataset 432527ab-7aac-45b5-81d6-7597107a7013), 1,327,352 rows as published, collapsed to one agreement per agreement number (per reference number where none is given) at its latest amendment, which carries the full agreement value. Years are the agreement start year. Agreements with individuals are counted but not named.