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Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
BioCreate provides up to $150,000 in non-repayable funding for southern Ontario biotech SMEs. It supports genomics and engineering biology projects in health, food and agriculture, and cleantech, along with mentorship and investor-ready commercialization support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization projects for genomics or engineering biology-enabled products and technologies.
- Technology development from TRL 4+ to TRL 7+.
- Prototype testing, pilot production, and biomanufacturing process development.
- Non-clinical and pre-clinical development for therapeutics.
- Investor-ready commercialization planning and pitch preparation.
Documents Needed
- BioCreate intake form
- Written application form
- Project and company/team description
- Proof of matching funding and financial ability
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian or provincially incorporated SMEs
- Biotech companies in health, food and agriculture, or cleantech
- Genomics and engineering biology companies
Who is not eligible
- Businesses that are not Canadian or provincially incorporated
- Organizations outside southern Ontario
- Projects not related to genomics or engineering biology
Eligible expenses
- Labour
- Subcontractors and consultants
- Direct materials
- Essential equipment
- Other direct costs, including travel and outreach
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land, building, or vehicle purchase or rental
- Refinancing and debt-related costs
- Depreciation, amortization, fines, penalties, and litigation costs
- Non-incremental wages and administrator fees
- Hospitality, entertainment, membership, and lobbyist fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Ontario
- Ontario
- Hamilton
- Waterloo
- Toronto
- Peterborough
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility by the BioCreate team.
- Qualified applicants are invited to submit a written application and pitch to the expert panel.
- Projects are ranked against the evaluation criteria and the most competitive are funded.
- Successful applicants receive a Notice of Award and must sign a Project Agreement.
- After approval, the 18-month project is launched and mentorship begins.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed in cohorts, with funding decisions made twice per year.
- Successful applicants receive a Notice of Award and a Project Agreement.
- Companies must maintain project records for at least 6 years after completion.
- IDEA considerations are part of the review and post-award process.
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Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the BioCreate Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BioCreate Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the BioCreate Program?
BioCreate provides up to $150,000 in non-repayable funding for southern Ontario biotech SMEs. It supports genomics and engineering biology projects in health, food and agriculture, and cleantech, along with mentorship and investor-ready commercialization support.
How much funding can be received?
BioCreate Program Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the BioCreate Program program?
To be eligible for the BioCreate Program program, you must:
Canadian or provincially incorporated business
SME in southern Ontario
Genomics or engineering biology project
What expenses are eligible under BioCreate Program?
Commercialization projects for genomics or engineering biology-enabled products and technologies.
Technology development from TRL 4+ to TRL 7+.
Prototype testing, pilot production, and biomanufacturing process development.
Non-clinical and pre-clinical development for therapeutics.
Investor-ready commercialization planning and pitch preparation.
Who can I contact for more information about the BioCreate Program?
You can contact Ontario Genomics by email at BioCreate@ontariogenomics.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the BioCreate Program available?
The BioCreate Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the BioCreate Program?
BioCreate Program is funded by Ontario Genomics