Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Link North
Link North supports small and medium-sized businesses in Timmins and Northern Ontario with advisory services, commercialization support, workshops, and BOOST cost-share funding. View Link North's website for more information.
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About Link North
What is the mission of Link North?
Help regional businesses launch, commercialize, scale, and improve operations through guidance, connections, and access to funding.
What type of organization is Link North?
Link North is a Non-profit organization.
What is Link North's official website?
Link North's official website is https://linknorth-nord.ca/.
What else should I know about Link North?
Role of Link North in the funding ecosystem
Link North supports entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized businesses across far northeastern Ontario with a mix of business advisory services, project support, and direct funding. Its website shows that it administers funding to eligible businesses and helps clients move from idea development to commercialization, expansion, and operational improvement.
Funding streams and support areas
The clearest funding stream on the site is BOOST Funding, which provides a 50% contribution of eligible project costs up to $10,000. The program is positioned to help businesses with commercialization, product or business launches, scaling, expansion, modernization, equipment, software, staff training, market development, trade shows, consulting, and product or technology development.
Beyond direct funding, Link North also offers programming that helps entrepreneurs prepare for angel investment and venture capital, and it facilitates access to applied research partnerships for design, prototyping, testing, and commercialization support.
Geographic scope and target audiences
The organization serves communities across northeastern Ontario, including Timmins and area, Highway 11 corridor communities, and Indigenous communities along the James Bay Coast. Its main audience is innovative entrepreneurs and SMEs seeking business growth support and project-based financial assistance.
Governance and funding context
Link North states that its operations are supported by project-based funding from FedNor and by financial and in-kind support from the City of Timmins. The site also includes staff contacts and client intake pathways, reinforcing that it is an active service and funding provider rather than a generic information page.