New Intellectual Property Action Plan Aimed at Promoting Canadian Growth
In turbulent times like these, funding is more important than ever to ensure that your business has the means to continue innovating while maintaining its order of operations. Intellectual property (IP) is a valuable intangible asset that can be leveraged to reduce the risk of investment and extend a company’s runway. In recognition of this, […]
SWODF New Application Intake Dates Announced
The Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) provides support for business growth projects and funding to cover up to 15% of project costs. SWODF is maintained by The Regional Development Fund which supports eligible small- and medium-sized businesses investing in new equipment and training to expand operations in these regions, and also supports municipalities and not-for-profit […]
Redefining Medical Technology in the Toronto-Waterloo Corridor
As the second-largest technology supercluster in North America, the Toronto Waterloo Corridor is a global hub of research, innovation, and talent with over 5000 tech startups, 16 universities and colleges, and 81 innovations hubs and accelerators. The Toronto-Waterloo Region ranked in the top 20 global ecosystems for Artificial Intelligence and Life Science and one of […]
Canadian Agricultural Partnership- Second Intake for Ontario Applications Opening Soon
The new Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP), launched in April 2018, is a five-year, $3B federal-provincial-territorial agreement providing funding to agri-processors. The second Ontario CAP application intake for producers, processors, and other Agri businesses will be opening from August 7 – 28, 2018. Provincial CAP programs are being rolled out on a cost-shared (60:40) basis. Ontario’s CAP program offers various […]
Free December 5 Waterloo Workshop- Government Funding for Start-ups
When funding growth, start-ups should always look towards non-dilutive funding sources to preserve a larger share of control over the company. One of the main advantages of situating your start-up in Canada is the plethora of federal and provincial funding programs accessible to start-ups that can total over $20 billion each year. This workshop will […]
New $25M SMART Green Funding Program for Ontario SMEs
Ontario Manufacturers & Exporters can receive a non-repayable grant of up to $200,000 for projects that will reduce Greenhouse gas emissions through the new Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) Green Smart program, scheduled to open November 2016. The $25M CME Green SMART program is part of Ontario’s new $325-million Green Investment Fund. If your company […]
EMA Program: Important Notice
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce has recently released an update to the Export Market Access (EMA) program informing applicants that until further notice, they will only be accepting applications for projects/activities that will be completed before May 31, 2016. EMA is a $5 million initiative jointly sponsored by the Ontario government and the Ontario Chamber of […]
Upcoming Canada Logistics Conference
From October 25-27, 2015, the Canada Logistics Conference will be taking place in Niagara Falls, Ontario at the Hilton Hotel & Suites Niagara Falls/Fallsview. Aimed at bringing together supply chain logistics professionals from across the country, this annual thought leadership conference promises to deliver practical ideas and actionable strategies for logistics professionals as we prepare […]
Ontario Drive and Gear to Receive $1.5 Million in Funding From Province
A New Hamburg automotive parts manufacturer, Ontario Drive and Gear, is to receive $1.5 million in non-repayable funding from the Ontario government through the South Western Ontario Development Fund. The money will be used to purchase new equipment, in turn adding 35 jobs to Ontario Drive & Gear’s current headcount of 117.
2015-2016 OMDC Interactive Digital Media Fund Details Released
As part of the April 23, 2015 budget, the Ontario government has injected additional funding into the OMDC Interactive Digital Media fund program to enhance its mandate. The IDM fund, aimed at enabling the creation of high quality, interactive digital media content that positively affect Ontario economy, is administered by the Ontario Media Development Corporation […]