What is the mission of Government of Ontario?

The Government of Ontario’s mission, as shown on its funding portal, is to use public funds to support economic development, infrastructure, environmental sustainability, Indigenous participation and community services by delivering structured grant, contribution and loan programs to eligible organizations across the province.

What type of organization is Government of Ontario?

Government of Ontario is a Provincial government.

When was Government of Ontario founded?

Government of Ontario was founded in 1867-07-01.

What is Government of Ontario's official website?

Government of Ontario's official website is https://www.ontario.ca.

Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Government of Ontario

The Government of Ontario supports economic and social development through various grants and funding programs for businesses and non-profit organizations. These initiatives aim to enhance community vitality, encourage innovation, and foster sustainable growth across the province. View Government of Ontario's website for more information.

231 programs available

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Partnership funding for local labour market solutions
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Ontario Office of the Employer Adviser
Government of Ontario
Free confidential employer legal support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Construction
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Regional Opportunities Investment Tax Credit (ROITC)
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Government of Ontario
Refundable tax credit for regional business investment
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $45,000
Up to 10% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 12, 2020
Closing date : January 1, 2027
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Shortline Railway Investment Tax Credit
Government of Ontario
Refundable tax support for Ontario shortline railways
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 8,500 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Timeline
Open Date : May 15, 2025
Closing date : January 1, 2030
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Ontario Tenders Portal
BravoSolution, Government of Ontario
Ontario procurement training webinars
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Construction
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)
Government of Ontario
Supports trade resilience and market diversification in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Ontario Together — Help fight COVID-19
Government of Ontario
Free rapid tests and N95 fit testing in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
Government of Ontario
High school apprenticeship pathway support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario capital gains refund
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Ontario corporate capital gains refund program
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario community food program donation tax credit for farmers
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Tax credit for farm food donations
Eligible Funding
Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario credit union tax reduction
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax reduction for eligible Ontario credit unions
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario foreign tax credit
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Provincial corporate tax relief for Ontario corporations with foreign investment income
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario qualifying environmental trust tax credit
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Refundable Ontario corporate tax credit for trust beneficiaries
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario small business deduction (SBD)
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Reduces Ontario corporate tax for eligible CCPCs
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario tax credit for manufacturing and processing
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Ontario corporate tax relief for manufacturers
Eligible Funding
Up to 2% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
People & Talent Program — Workforce Development Stream
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Wage subsidy to hire interns in Northern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Site Readiness Program
Government of Ontario
Funding assistance for industrial site preparation in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : September 12, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — GROW Pathway
Government of Ontario
Funding for Ontario training centre capital projects
Eligible Funding
Up to 49% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : November 29, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — SEED Pathway
Government of Ontario
Training centre capital planning support
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 70% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : November 29, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SkillsAdvance Ontario Pilot
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Sector-based workforce development support
Eligible Funding
Up to 55% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business Project Grants
Government of Ontario
Support for business and community development projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Up to 0.15% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 26, 2026
Closing date : September 23, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Supported Employment
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Supports employment for Ontarians with disabilities facing workplace barriers
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : October 17, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
TAO — TAC Accessibility Grant
Toronto Arts Council (TAO), Government of Ontario
Supports accessibility costs for Deaf or disabled artists
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2026
Closing date : November 15, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax refund for power takeoff equipment
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Fuel tax refund for PTO equipment in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : July 1, 2027
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
VERGE Capital — Breakthrough Fund
Government of Ontario, VERGE Capital
Loans for impact-driven ventures in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Retail trade
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
VERGE Capital — Startup Fund
Government of Ontario, VERGE Capital
Loans for social enterprises in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Visual Artists Program: Creation
Government of Ontario, Toronto Arts Council (TAO)
Support for visual artists creating new work
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Winter Roads Program: Bridges and Culverts Stream
Government of Ontario
Funding for winter road bridge and culvert projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Youth Job Connection
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Financial assistance for hiring Ontario youth
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business project loans
Government of Ontario
Support for business and community economic development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Up to 0.15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
EnAbling Change Program
Government of Ontario
Money for accessibility awareness and support projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : May 24, 2023
Closing date : June 29, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF) — Business project grants
Government of Ontario
Funding for business growth in eastern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Up to 0.15% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : November 5, 2024
Closing date : January 28, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
INVEST North Program — Investment — Grow Stream
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Financial help to grow a business in Northern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : November 1, 2023
Closing date : January 31, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant (2025-26)
Government of Ontario
Supports Ontario organizations enhancing security against hate‑motivated incidents
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $10,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : December 11, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Economic Development program — Economic Diversification and Competitiveness Stream
Government of Ontario, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFRA)
Funding for rural economic growth projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : February 21, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program (IFIT) — Business projects
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF)
Financial assistance for forestry projects in Ontario
Eligible Funding
From $3,000,000 to $3,000,000
Up to 30% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : March 21, 2025
Closing date : April 29, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Food Safety and Growth Initiative
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP), Government of Ontario
Enhance food safety systems, adopt new technologies, and drive sector growth
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : August 21, 2024
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
OMIF — Music Creation
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Money to support Ontario music creators
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2024
Closing date : January 15, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Agri-food Research Initiative (OAFRIP)
Government of Ontario, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFRA)
Funding for Ontario agri-food innovation projects
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $200,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : January 15, 2024
Closing date : October 31, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportClosed
2.3 Emergency assistance
Government of Ontario
Immediate financial help in crisis situations
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2023–2024 Services delivered: Mental Health Program
Government of Ontario
Indigenous mental health services and wellness support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2023–2024 Services delivered: Shelter and Family Healing Program
Government of Ontario
Support for shelter and family healing services
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2023–2024 Services delivered: exceptional work-related disability supports
Government of Ontario
Work-related disability supports for employment barriers
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
2023–2024 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding
Government of Ontario
Funding for ODSP employment support services
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2023–2024 Services delivered: incontinence supplies grant top-up funding
Government of Ontario
Top-up funding for incontinence supplies support
Eligible Funding
From $266 to $1,200
Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2023–2024 Services delivered: transitional support fund — First Nations
Government of Ontario
Housing support for First Nations on reserve
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2024–2025 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding
Government of Ontario
Expenditure-based funding for disability employment services
Eligible Funding
Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2024–2025 Services delivered: prevention — child and parent programs — SNAP program
Government of Ontario
Support for at-risk children and families
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
2025–2026 Ontario Works administration and employment assistance: program delivery funding
Government of Ontario
Funding for Ontario Works service delivery
Eligible Funding
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
2025–2026 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding
Government of Ontario
Funding for Ontario disability employment services
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada

Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Government of Ontario

Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)

Ontario Office of the Employer Adviser

Ontario Regional Opportunities Investment Tax Credit (ROITC)

Ontario Shortline Railway Investment Tax Credit

Ontario Tenders Portal

Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)

Ontario Together — Help fight COVID-19

Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

Ontario capital gains refund

Ontario community food program donation tax credit for farmers

Ontario credit union tax reduction

Ontario foreign tax credit

Ontario qualifying environmental trust tax credit

Ontario small business deduction (SBD)

Ontario tax credit for manufacturing and processing

People & Talent Program — Workforce Development Stream

Site Readiness Program

Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — GROW Pathway

Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — SEED Pathway

SkillsAdvance Ontario Pilot

Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business Project Grants

Supported Employment

TAO — TAC Accessibility Grant

Tax refund for power takeoff equipment

VERGE Capital — Breakthrough Fund

VERGE Capital — Startup Fund

Visual Artists Program: Creation

Winter Roads Program: Bridges and Culverts Stream

Youth Job Connection

Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business project loans

EnAbling Change Program

Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF) — Business project grants

INVEST North Program — Investment — Grow Stream

Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant (2025-26)

Rural Economic Development program — Economic Diversification and Competitiveness Stream

Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program (IFIT) — Business projects

Food Safety and Growth Initiative

OMIF — Music Creation

Ontario Agri-food Research Initiative (OAFRIP)

2.3 Emergency assistance

2023–2024 Services delivered: Mental Health Program

2023–2024 Services delivered: Shelter and Family Healing Program

2023–2024 Services delivered: exceptional work-related disability supports

2023–2024 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding

2023–2024 Services delivered: incontinence supplies grant top-up funding

2023–2024 Services delivered: transitional support fund — First Nations

2024–2025 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding

2024–2025 Services delivered: prevention — child and parent programs — SNAP program

2025–2026 Ontario Works administration and employment assistance: program delivery funding

2025–2026 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding