Ontario Provincial Election 2018: Impacts on Business and Funding

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…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards Dr. Oetker Canada $7M in Grants

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards Dr. Oetker Canada $7M in Grants

Dr. Oetker Canada is the Canadian division of the Oetker Group, an international food and foodservices corporation. The organization operates in 35 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, with its main headquarters in Germany. Its Canadian operations are headed in Mississauga, Ontario and its sole manufacturing facility, dedicated to making oven-ready frozen pizzas is…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF) Awards ArcelorMittal Dofasco $22.7M

Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF) Awards ArcelorMittal Dofasco $22.7M

Hamilton, ON-based ArcelorMittal Dofasco is Canada’s largest steel producer and a leader of advanced manufacturing in North America. They are the city’s biggest private sector employer and ship over 4.5 million net tons of high-quality flat carbon steel every year. ArcelorMittal Dofasco partners with top automotive, energy, packaging, and construction companies to develop lighter, stronger,…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF) Awards Steam Whistle Brewery $1.33M

Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF) Awards Steam Whistle Brewery $1.33M

Steam Whistle Brewery is the country’s largest independent craft brewer. Since 2000, the company has produced a single brand premium pilsner in Toronto’s John Street Roundhouse, a historic and well-located downtown venue. Now almost two decades in operation, Steam Whistle has grown into one of Canada’s largest and most beloved independent breweries. In April 2018,…

IBM Innovation Incubator Opens Its Doors to Ontario Businesses

IBM Innovation Incubator Opens Its Doors to Ontario Businesses

In recent years, federal and provincial governments have place a strong focus on business innovation in Canada. The Government of Canada’s Budget 2017 announced the realignment of resources to improve innovation programs and strengthen the economy. Investing in business innovation allows small and medium-sized companies to flourish and increase their market competitiveness. In October 2017,…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards Apotex +$8M in Grants

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards Apotex +$8M in Grants

The Government of Ontario has awarded Apotex Inc. over $8.2 million in small business grants to invest in new technologies and increase product lines. Ontario government funding will help the manufacturer become more productive and offer high quality medicines at an affordable price. The contribution will be provided through the Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF),…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund: Can You Access This Ontario Government Funding?

Jobs and Prosperity Fund: Can You Access This Ontario Government Funding?

Please Note: JPF is closed. Please consider the Business Scale-up and Productivity program for similar support. The Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF) is an Ontario government funding program created to support large-scale business expansion and capital investment projects. The initiative awards Ontario business grants for projects that enhance productivity, become more innovative, and compete in international markets. JPF…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards $1.9M in Ontario Business Grants

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards $1.9M in Ontario Business Grants

Toronto-based manufacturer, Polycorp Ltd., has been awarded up to $1.9 million in Ontario government grants to support its latest facility expansion project. The contribution will help the company construct a 110,000 sq. ft. expansion in Elora, Ontario to diversify the business’ product offerings and become more globally competitive. The contribution will be provided through the…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund: Ontario Business Funding for Job Creation

Jobs and Prosperity Fund: Ontario Business Funding for Job Creation

Please Note: JPF is closed. Please consider the Business Scale-up and Productivity program for similar support. Ontario is Canada’s economic powerhouse. Data from 2015–2017 shows the province contributed nearly 40% of the country’s GDP, while also providing job opportunities for nearly 40% of Canada’s population. Keeping Ontario-based businesses profitable and able to expand employment is essential for the…

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….