Tap Into College Resources and Talent – College and Community Innovation Program

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) of Canada has developed a foundation for helping colleges increase their capacity to work with local businesses through the College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program. Through the CCI, Canadian companies can rely on the wealth of talent and resources in local colleges to carry out applied research…

Ontario Market Investment Fund (OMIF)

The Ontario Market Investment Fund is a $12-million; four-year fund targeted to promote awareness of Ontario-produced foods and encourages the public in Ontario to buy locally. The following are project ideas that qualify for this program: market research, communication and/or marketing projects encouraging local buying of produce. For annual projects, additional grants cannot be applied…

Medical Grant for Clinical Evaluation – Technology Implementation Program

We have profiled how healthcare R&D projects can tap into funds related to pre-commercialization and commercialization of new technologies. Companies that have missed out on, or already benefited from, these funding mechanisms can utilize the Technology Implementation Program (TIP). This program, funded by The Health Technology Exchange (HTX), is designed to assist late-stage testing of…

Broader Public Sector Investment Fund: Promoting Ontario Food

Ontario food producers are being encouraged to promote their products within Ontario. The Broader Public Sector Investment Fund aims to help these Ontario food companies establish the potential market available in the public sector. This fund is designed to create partnerships between the public sector (ie. municipal daycares and long term care facilities, universities and…

Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects Tax Credit

The Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects tax credit (OCASE) is a refundable tax credit for corporations that perform eligible activities related to computer animation and special effects. On behalf of Ontario through the federal income tax system, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) runs this program and monitors it. For eligible activities, the credit is…

Entertainment and Creative Cluster Partnership Fund

Co-administered by the Ontario Media Development Corporation, the Entertainment and Creative Cluster Partnerships Fund is a program of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture. This fund assists Ontario’s Entertainment and Creative Cluster stakeholders in the commercial theatre, film and television, interactive digital media, music and book and magazine industries by supporting partnerships that develop new…

Canada & Europe Reach Organic Standards Equivalency, Promote Organic Trade

When it comes to natural resources and agricultural potential, Canada is undeniably one of the wealthiest countries in the world. In an effort to promote organic trade and international growth, Canada has actively pursued organic standards equivalency internationally. Back in June 2009, Canada reached an agreement with the United States on what products were to…

International Strategic Opportunities Program (ISOP)

The International Strategic Opportunities Program aids in funding for the collaboration between Ontario research institutions and global research communities. The end result will involve an improved long-term economic opportunity by attracting and encouraging the most dedicated and hard working researchers. ISOP award can be awarded to universities, colleges, affiliated research and teaching hospitals and non-profit…

Why are Ontario Energy Specialists Meeting in Australia in October?

A partnership between the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and the Canadian Consulates General in Sydney and Auckland have created the Ontario Energy Mission to Australia. This event will host Ontario clean energy companies, allowing them to participate in business briefings, and attend keynote presentations and seminars. There are also opportunities to showcase…

SD Tech Fund Helps Commercialize Your Clean Technology

The Government of Canada has introduced a number of initiatives to help fight climate change. However, some are having a negative impact on businesses’ bottom lines, such as the recently introduced peak energy hours in an effort to reduce energy usage. But don’t worry; it’s mostly good news for businesses. The Government of Canada is…