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High-throughput and Secure Networks Challenge Program

Funds high-capacity secure communication research in Canada through NRC challenge collaboration focused on rural and remote network access technologies.

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The High-throughput and Secure Networks Challenge Program was an NRC Challenge stream under CSTIP focused on high-speed, secure communications for Canada’s rural and remote communities. It was built around the idea of “1 Gbps everywhere” and supported work on next-generation broadband, optical satellite communications, photonics for fibre and fixed wireless access, and quantum communications.

The…

Max awardCAD 1.5M
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Success rate-
Decision time24 weeks

No upcoming rounds verified. Cadence: Annual.