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Manufacturing Grants and Funding in Ontario

Ontario manufacturers may qualify for provincial, federal, regional, or sector-specific funding for equipment, automation, productivity, energy, workforce, facilities, innovation, and growth. Eligibility depends on the required Ontario presence, the manufacturing activity, the project purpose, eligible costs, timing, and expected production outcomes, not the funder’s administrative level. Document the facility, current production constraint, proposed investment, implementation capacity, financing, and measurable change before confirming program-specific requirements.

276 programs
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    XLerate Program

    Pay-for-performance funding for large-scale Ontario energy-efficiency projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Expanded Energy Management Program

    Energy management support for Ontario facilities
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $250,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Economic Development & Growth in Employment (EDGE) Incentive Program

    Supports tax-based incentives for employment property development
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,000,000 to $10,000,000 · Up to 77% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Development Program — Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC)

    Support for advanced manufacturing investments in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : June 30, 2026 · Closing date : November 5, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Starter Company Plus

    Training and mentoring for eligible entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    INVEST North Program — Investment — Grow Stream

    Financial help to grow a business in Northern Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Protect Ontario Financing Program

    Financial support for Ontario businesses facing tariff-related challenges
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $250,000
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    INVEST North Program — Innovation Stream

    Supports innovative technology projects in Northern Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesOpen

    NRC — Material emissions testing facilities

    Material emissions testing for Canadian industries
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    OVIN — Electric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 1

    EV technology development and validation support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Foodpreneur Advantage logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    The Foodpreneur Scale-Up Program

    Hybrid program for food and beverage businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • ventureLAB logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Accelerated Growth Program

    Support for technology startups
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Energy Performance Program

    Pays incentives for verified facility electricity savings over time
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2027
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Instant Discounts Program

    Instant point-of-sale discounts on energy-efficient lighting upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    From $50,000 to $200,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    2017 Brownfields Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

    Supports brownfield site rehabilitation in Kingston
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 17,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Township of Huron-Kinloss logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Agri-Food Innovation

    Funding for innovative agri-food business improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Agri-Food Supply Chain Resiliency Analysis Stream

    Support for agri-food sector market and supply chain challenges
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Appendix A: Eligible and ineligible cost categories

    Financial support for advanced manufacturing growth
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Brockton logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Brockton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Programs

    Funding for Brockton property improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,500 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Brownfield incentive program

    Water-saving support for Waterloo Region businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Build Canada Homes - Investment Policy Framework

    Federal support for affordable housing projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Finance and insurance, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Windsor logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Business Development Grant Program

    Supports investment projects in Windsor
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Windsor, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Wellington North logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Business Facade Improvement Opportunity

    Interest-free façade improvement support for businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Canada-Ontario Workforce Tariff Response

    Training support for tariff-affected Ontario workers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 35,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Ajax logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Charitable organization rebate

    Property tax rebate for qualifying charities
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Perth logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Charity Rebate Program

    Property tax rebate for eligible charities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 40 $ · Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Perth, Ontario, Canada
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  • Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG) logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    CIP and Mural Incentive Programs

    Funding for industrial and downtown property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,000 to $250,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    City of Cornwall Brownfields Community Improvement Plan

    Financial support for brownfield redevelopment in Cornwall
    Eligible Funding
    From $7,500 to $45,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • City of North Bay logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    City of North Bay — Economic Development Incentives

    Municipal incentives for city-wide redevelopment
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    North Bay, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program

    Rebate for eligible industrial and commercial water use
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 175 $ · Up to 57% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Waterloo logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    City of Waterloo Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

    Tax credits for downtown Waterloo property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 1, 2026 · Closing date : October 31, 2026
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Temiskaming Shores logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Community Business Improvement Grant Program

    Supports community-benefiting projects in Temiskaming Shores
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $5,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : January 19, 2026
    Temiskaming Shores, Ontario, Canada
  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Programs

    Support for local redevelopment and improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $100,000 · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
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  • Town of Blind River logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Town of Blind River

    Financial incentives for downtown revitalization
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Blind River, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Espanola logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Community Improvement Plan Application

    Financial incentives for local redevelopment projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Prescott logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Community Improvement Plan Incentive Program

    Funding for Prescott property revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Prescott, Ontario, Canada
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  • Township of Ramara logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Development Charge Abatement Program

    Development charge relief for industrial development
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Development Charges Grant Program

    City support for eligible development charges
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Georgina logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Development Charges Incentive Program

    Development charge deferrals for qualifying projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : January 1, 2026
    Georgina, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO)

    Financial support after a natural disaster
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Emissions Performance Standards program

    Regulates greenhouse gas emissions from Ontario facilities
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Enbridge Gas logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Enbridge Gas Business & Industrial Energy Incentives

    Energy-saving incentives for commercial upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 85% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Real estate and rental and leasing, Educational services
    Timeline
    Closing date : November 13, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan

    Funding for energy-saving building retrofits
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Energy Retrofit Loans (ERL)

    Low-interest financing for energy-efficient building retrofits in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Centre Wellington logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Facade & Property Improvement Grant Program

    Funding for building façade and property upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)

    Local funding for community and property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 24,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program

    Strategic funding for Ontario forest sector projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $ · Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program — Collaboration projects

    Support for wood manufacturers and processors across Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $ · Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 24, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Ministry of Finance logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Gasoline used in unlicensed business equipment

    Ontario gasoline tax refund for unlicensed equipment
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Thunder Bay logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Growth Community Improvement Plan

    Funding for Thunder Bay growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    North Bay, Thunder Bay, Ontario
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  • ventureLAB logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    Hardware Catalyst Initiative

    No-cost incubation for hardware and semiconductor companies
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : February 5, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Heart of the City

    Funding for downtown revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,000 to $30,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives

    Funding for downtown revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,000 to $30,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Mississippi Mills logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Heritage Building Restoration Grant Program

    Funding for heritage conservation work
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $5,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Almonte, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Greater Napanee logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Industrial Community Improvement Plan

    Supports industrial redevelopment and expansion
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Napanee, Ontario, Canada
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  • Innovation Factory logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    Innovation Factory — Support for Startups

    Free advisory support for Ontario startups
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Intellectual Property Ontario

    IP support and funding for Ontario applicants
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 125,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    INVEST North Program — Investment – Locate Stream

    Supports business relocation to Northern Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
  • Invest Ontario logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Invest Ontario Fund (IOF)

    Ontario supports strategic investments and job creation in priority sectors
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre (NOIC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Kenora and Rainy River District Business Accelerator Fund

    Supports business growth in Kenora and Rainy River Districts
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Gordon Food Service logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Local Food Investment Fund

    Supports Ontario local food and agriculture projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    MaRS — Supply AI

    Canadian AI supply chain ventures accelerator program
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of North Bruce Peninsula logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs

    Financial incentives for property and business improvements
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,500 to $20,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
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    Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Wind tunnel testing facility

    High-security wind tunnel testing facility
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Aerospace Manufacturing Technologies Centre

    Aerospace manufacturing research support facility
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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    NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology

    Housing technology testing and validation support
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre

    Photonic device fabrication services
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesOpen

    NRC — Climatic testing facility

    Extreme-weather testing for vehicles and components
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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    NRC — Fire safety testing facility

    Fire safety testing and research support
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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    NRC — Large Wave Flume - Research Facility

    Large-scale coastal testing and wave simulation facility
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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    NRC — Nanotechnology Research Centre

    Collaborative quantum and nanotechnology research support
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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    NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility

    Applied research for printable electronics solutions
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Questions about manufacturing funding in Ontario

Ontario presence, manufacturing activity, equipment, investment evidence, costs, and funding mechanisms.

What Ontario presence may a manufacturing program require?

A funder may assess the facility, project assets, employees, tax establishment, suppliers, or expected economic benefits in Ontario. Some programs also define eligible regions within the province. Confirm the required presence, effective date, and treatment of costs or work performed outside Ontario.

How should an Ontario manufacturer scope an equipment project?

Connect each proposed asset to a production constraint and measurable result. Include specifications, supplier estimates, installation, integration, training, project dates, procurement, financing, permits where relevant, and operational readiness. Separate routine replacement from changes that create the capacity, quality, productivity, or environmental outcome being proposed.

Can federal and regional programs fund Ontario manufacturing projects?

Yes. The relevant question is whether the program recognizes an Ontario manufacturing applicant or project, not which level of government or organization administers it. Confirm the delivery region, applicant category, manufacturing definition, project location, eligible activities, costs, and dates. Do not assume that every Ontario-focused opportunity is administered by the Government of Ontario.

What evidence supports an Ontario manufacturing investment?

Prepare facility and ownership information, current production measures, financial statements, a detailed budget, supplier documentation, implementation capacity, permits or approvals where relevant, and a qualified forecast of operational results. Use the measures requested by the program and separate assumptions from observed baseline data.

Which project costs require careful Ontario review?

Review equipment, installation, integration, construction, engineering, software, training, internal labour, and contractor costs only where relevant. Confirm procurement, related-party transactions, taxes, applicant contributions, project dates, and whether the asset or work must remain in Ontario. Do not transfer a cost rule from another program.

What forms of funding can support Ontario manufacturing?

Support can include grants, tax credits, loans, capital, wage subsidies, research access, partnerships, and other mechanisms. Compare repayment, claim timing, security, applicant contributions, eligible project dates, cash-flow requirements, and reporting obligations to determine whether the mechanism fits the investment. Ontario presence and manufacturing status do not make every mechanism available.

When is Canada-wide manufacturing funding relevant to an Ontario project?

Canada-wide funding may fit when the program accepts Ontario operations, the investment spans several provinces, or the manufacturing activity matters more than a province-specific condition. Ontario-focused support becomes more relevant when the facility, employees, project assets, or expected benefits must remain in the province. Confirm manufacturing scope and project eligibility under either geographic model.