MINERVA Initiative – Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Uncrewed Air System

Challenge seeking development of an uncrewed air system (UAS) capable of day/night reconnaissance and surveillance that is simple, durable and highly survivable, integrating into operations with minimal training and maintenance. Solutions may incorporate AI, machine learning, robotics and autonomous systems to support intelligence analysis, predictive modeling, targeting and operational execution.

• For-profit business incorporated in Canada (federally or provincially)
• SME with 499 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
• R&D activities take place in Canada
• 50% or more of annual wages/salaries/fees paid to employees and contractors working mainly in Canada
• 50% or more of employees have Canada as ordinary place of work
• 50% or more of senior executives (VP and above) reside principally in Canada
• proposed solution at technology readiness level (TRL) 5 to 9.