EODF Supports $4.1M Investment by All Season Fencing Inc.
EODF awards All Season Fencing Inc. $395K towards a $4.1 Million investment project. This project is expected to increase jobs in the region.
Application Deadline Approaching for SWODF and EODF Applications
This article will summarize the eligibility criteria and funding allotments for SWODF and EODF, as well as provide an overview.
New Intake in Response to COVID-19: SWODF/EODF Funding Streams
The Southwestern and Eastern Ontario Development Funds offer up to $5M to support businesses undertaking economic development initiatives.
New Deadline March 4, 2021: SWODF/EODF Business Stream
The Southwestern and Eastern Ontario Development Funds offer up to $500k-$5M to support a business’ investments in innovative facilities and equipment.
Next Intake Open October 19, 2020: SWODF/EODF Community Economic Development Stream
Update: In response to COVID-19, the fourth intake period of SWODF/EODF is October 19, 2020 – December 1, 2020. The Community Economic Development Streams of the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) and the Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF) provide support to municipalities and not-for-profit organizations for projects and investments that spur economic development in southwestern…
Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF): Business Investment Grants
Update: In response to COVID-19, the second intake of EODF has been extended to May 29, 2020. Attracting business investment to Eastern Ontario has historically been a challenge for economic developers. Although there are many high-potential companies operating in the region, these organizations typically do not invest and grow at the same rate as other…
Ontario Provincial Election 2018: Impacts on Business and Funding
On June 7, Ontario voters ushered in a new Conservative majority government to be led by Doug Ford. The incoming Premier won 40% of the popular vote and 76 seats overall, signaling a big change in provincial government. Having already appointed a Chief of Staff and assembled a transition team, it’s expected Ford’s cabinet will…
Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF) Supports Five Manufacturers
Five manufacturers in eastern Ontario have recently been awarded business expansion grants. These companies will use Ontario government funding for building/renovating production plants, purchasing more efficient equipment, and expanding their market reach. As a result, the businesses will improve their overall productivity by providing more products and services, as well as by retaining and creating…
Hain Celestial Expands into Eastern Ontario with Manufacturing Grants
The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Hain Celestial) is a leading manufacturer of organic and natural products. Some of its most well-known brands include Yves Veggie Cuisine, JĀSÖN, Casbah, and Celestial Seasonings. The company has two manufacturing locations in Canada, including a processing facility in Delta, British Columbia and another in Mississauga, Ontario. Like many high-growth…
Eastern Ontario Development Fund Awards $300k Grants to Kawartha Dairy
In August, the Government of Ontario announced it would provide up to $311,200 in small business grants to help Kawartha Dairy expand its facility in Bobcaygeon, Ontario. The investment will support a 54,000 sq. ft. expansion that will allow the company to develop new product lines and explore new export markets. These upgrades will allow…