Canadian Government Funding’s Role in Keeping Businesses in Canada

Canadian Government Funding’s Role in Keeping Businesses in Canada

BioAmber Inc. is a Montreal-based manufacturer of renewable biochemicals including bio-succinic acid, a building block chemical made from corn syrup. The company uses naturally-occurring sugars found in plant matter and transforms them into clean, green chemicals. Some of the products made from biochemical compounds include food flavour and additives, personal care products, adhesives, paints, and…

5 Ways Foreign Direct Investment Strengthens Canadian Businesses

5 Ways Foreign Direct Investment Strengthens Canadian Businesses

Most Canadians share an inaccurate, out-of-date view of how businesses grow and succeed in international markets. Gone are the days where businesses manufactured products in Canada and shipped them internationally; now companies must extend beyond borders and become part of an integrated international value chain. Traditional trade measurements fail to recognize is the effect that…

Dajcor Aluminum Awarded Over $1M in Ontario Business Grants

Dajcor Aluminum Awarded Over $1M in Ontario Business Grants

Dajcor Aluminum Ltd. engineers and manufacturers extruded and fabricated metal components. Their products are used for a range of industries, including the automotive, construction, marine, and indoor plumbing sectors. The Chatham-Kent, Ontario-based business has been in operations since 2010 and now maintains 140 employees. The aluminum manufacturer was recently announced as recipients of over $1…

Sodecia Canada Increases Projects’ ROI with Canadian Government Grants

Sodecia Canada Increases Projects’ ROI with Canadian Government Grants

Sodecia Canada, a globally leading automotive manufacturer, is in the process of expanding their operations in London Ontario. As part of the organization’s growth strategy, Sodecia is investing in a new production facility that will greatly expand their capabilities and ability to support the global automotive market. Sodecia Canada recently partnered with Mentor Works to…

Clean Water and Wastewater Fund: Government Grants for Municipalities

Clean Water and Wastewater Fund: Government Grants for Municipalities

The Province of Ontario is making is making a historic investment in public infrastructure projects. Over 12 years, from 2015 to 2027, the province will invest $160 billion into infrastructure aimed at connecting communities and improving the quality of life for all Ontarians. Ontario will leverage a portion of these infrastructure funds, in addition to…

Impact Data Demonstrates Effectiveness of Ontario Government Grants

Impact Data Demonstrates Effectiveness of Ontario Government Grants

Attracting investments are a key component of any government funding program, and are especially a focus within the Province of Ontario. The Ontario government leverages Ontario government grants to support businesses’ strategic priorities, such as making capital investments, and for good reason: attracting investment is a long-term strategy that helps competitive, innovative businesses grow domestically….

Will CME Green Grants Fund Your Next Emissions Reduction Project?

Will CME Green Grants Fund Your Next Emissions Reduction Project?

Please Note: The CME SMART Green program is now closed. Please explore active government funding programs. In recent years, Canadian manufacturing businesses have received increased pressures from society, customers, and government regulations to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and become more sustainable. Doing so can have drastic and immediate benefits on each business’ operational…

Ontario Government Grants Assist the Growth of 24 Agricultural Businesses

Ontario Government Grants Assist the Growth of 24 Agricultural Businesses

As a continued push towards supporting one of Ontario’s pivotal industries, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) announced earlier this year that 24 small and mid-sized agricultural businesses from Barrie and Dufferin Country will receive Ontario government grants. Funding provided to these companies is being awarded from the Growing Forward 2…

7 Automotive Manufacturers Awarded Southern Ontario Business Grants

7 Automotive Manufacturers Awarded Southern Ontario Business Grants

Automotive businesses are heavily incentivized by all levels of government to promote critical large-scale investments. There are several small business grants and loans that automotive manufacturers can apply for, including the popular Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF). SWODF is a catalyst for business investment in Ontario and recently provided government grants to seven automotive manufacturers…

$250,000 in Southwestern Ontario Business Grants Awarded to Brotech Precision CNC

$250,000 in Southwestern Ontario Business Grants Awarded to Brotech Precision CNC

Brotech Precision CNC is a custom manufacturer of Computer Numeric Control (CNC) precision-machined metal components. Since 1995, the company has been a valued supplier to some of the world’s most innovative businesses in the aerospace, medical, military, and the energy industries. The manufacturer was recently announced as recipients of Ontario government funding through the Southwestern…