Are You Attending CeBIT 2012 in Germany this March?

CeBit is a world-renowned annual trade fair that covers all sectors of IT, including telecommunication, software, hardware, and services. The Government of Ontario is supporting six Ontario businesses to attend CeBIT 2012, where they will gain exposure to new technologies, trends, markets, and network with potential business partners. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity…

Export Market Access: Now Only For Events Before March 31, 2012

Please Note: Export Market Access is now closed and not accepting further applications. For trade show grants and other forms of export support, learn more about the CanExport program. You might have noticed a note on Export Market Access’ homepage: Please note we are currently accepting applications for projects that end prior to March 31, 2012.”. Export…

iSTEM Hiring Program Now Available at University of Waterloo

iSTEM Hiring Program Now Available at University of Waterloo

Before now, Ryerson University based out of Toronto, Ontario was the only school in Ontario offering the iSTEM hiring grant. University of Waterloo has officially changed that. Also known as the Graduate Enterprise Internship, the iSTEM program offers up to $15K towards the hiring of a science, technical, engineering, or mathematics student or graduate. The…

MITACS Teamwork & Communication Workshop in Hamilton

MITACS Step: Proactive & Practical Communication is a Hamilton event that will allow you to optimize your ability to work as a team or present an idea. Effective communication is critical to the success of any team-oriented project or presentation. Through this event, participants will: Understand how personal assumptions and mental models adversely influence communication…

Agri-Innovation Program is a No Interest Business Loan up to $5M

Businesses in the agriculture sector can receive an additional source of cash through the Agri-Innovation Program. Offered through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the Agri-Innovation Program provides agricultural businesses across Canada with 0% interest repayable funding towards a variety of expenditures that will improve the company’s productivity or promote innovation. This program is similar to the…

Ontario Government Grants for Hiring Interns

Mitacs Enterprise Program With a primary business focus on science, technical, engineering or math sectors, Mitacs is offering a new career development program called Enterprise Internships for iSTEM graduates and current Masters and Doctoral students to enable the growth strategies of small and medium sized companies. iSTEM – Talent to Support Business Growth This Southern…

Innovate in York: Manufacturing Conference

Manufacturing companies in the GTA region should look into the Innovate in York business event next week. Held as a free event for the York Region manufacturers, Innovate in York will showcase innovation opportunities to help accelerate growth and improve revenue performance. The event is open to manufacturers, industry partners, and academia. When: Tuesday, December…

Client Spotlight: Midpoint International

Midpoint International, also known as CleanRiver, creates customizable waste management systems for businesses. In fact, you have probably used a CleanRiver system while visiting a Tim Hortons. As a Canadian-based company focused on sustainability, CleanRiver was a natural fit with many government funding programs available to businesses. With the help of Mentor Works, Midpoint International…

The Community Futures Program: Repayable Financing up to $150K

The Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDC) in Ontario is a program, funded by the Government of Canada (often by FedDev) to help SME’s in rural Ontario to expand and stabilize their business in order to maintain or create jobs. The CFDC has established itself as a popular and successful funding program, with over 170 success…

IRAP Supports Digital Technology Adoption Pilot Program (DTAPP)

IRAP Supports Digital Technology Adoption Pilot Program (DTAPP)

Please Note: The IRAP DTAPP program is no longer available, however, other Canadian government grants may still be applicable to your project. Please contact a Government Funding Planner to evaluate current funding opportunities. Canada’s Digital Economy Strategy serves to raise awareness of the importance of seeking productivity improvements by adopting technology. By building digital skills,…