NSBI Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program (PIVP)
Our Process for Facilitating NSBI PIVP Research AgreementsÌý
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- Timeline to completion:
Timeline to project start:Ìý2-4 weeks once the voucher is awarded to an industry partner; project completion varies
- Parties involved:Ìý
OCIE Manager, researcher(s), company representative, NSBI representativeÌý
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Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) provides vouchers to SMEs who wish to access research & development expertise within post-secondary institutions. The OCIE team reviews and signs off on applications that involve HÂþ» researchers. If the application is successful and the voucher is awarded, the OCIE manager facilitates the development of a research agreement between the company and the researcher(s).
*AnÌýOCIE Manager will assist in navigating the above process map.
Additional Information
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- There are two levels of voucher awards.ÌýTier 1Ìývouchers are for projects valued at a maximum of $15,000.ÌýTier 2Ìývouchers are for projects valued at a maximum of $25,000.
- The voucher is for eligible services in accordance with Nova Scotia Business Inc.’sÌýÌýterms and conditions.
- All funds are received and managed by HÂþ»â€™s OCIE on a cost recovery basis, as specified in the voucher. Funds do not transfer to the company.
If you have any questions, please contact:
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Jade Jiang
Office of Commercialization and Industry Engagement (OCIE)
HÂþ» University
(902) 718-6528
jade.jiang@dal.ca
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