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C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 - Ontario - Canada
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C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2

Funding for autonomous vehicles and smart mobility technologies
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : November 7, 2023
  • Closing date : December 28, 2023
Location
Ontario, Canada

Overview

Receive up to $1 million in co-investment funding and support of strategic partners to develop, test, validate and demonstrate connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies. Eligible projects will have to include demonstratio

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
  • Up to 66% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : November 7, 2023
  • Closing date : December 28, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Transportation and warehousing
Location
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 500 employees maximum
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Research
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Business Associations
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Municipal
  • Provincial
  • National
  • International

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

The grant supports projects dedicated to advancing connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies. These initiatives aim to commercialize Ontario-made solutions and improve societal benefits such as road safety and environmental impact.

  • Development and demonstration of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies for mass light vehicles such as cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Technology advancement in heavy-duty vehicles, including commercial trucks, buses, and recreational vehicles used for goods movement.
  • Enhancement of transportation infrastructure to support C/AV and smart mobility.
  • Implementation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) for improved traffic management and road safety.
  • Support for transit-supportive systems and vehicles to enhance public transportation efficiency.
  • Validation, testing, and piloting of C/AV technologies to showcase scalable and commercial outcomes.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

This grant is available to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees that operate and plan to execute their projects in Ontario. Eligible applicants can partner with SMEs, national and multinational enterprises, academic institutions, municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations representing industry, Crown Corporations, and transit authorities. Partnerships should aim for significant commercial opportunities and collaborations with a minimum of one partner joining the applicant.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain companies and industries due to their status or main activity. The restrictions aim to ensure that funds are directed toward strategic sectors aligned with the grant's objectives.

  • Companies without operations or project implementation in Ontario.
  • Enterprises with 500 or more global, full-time employees.

Eligible expenses

The eligible projects for this grant center around the advancement and commercialization of connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) technologies. These projects must involve collaboration between at least one applicant and one partner and aim to deliver scalable outcomes with strong potential for marketability.

  • Technology development within C/AV and smart mobility sectors.
  • Demonstration of products in Ontario, including at events and customer sites.
  • Validation of products and services to show commercial ready status.
  • Testing of C/AV technologies to ensure reliability and compliance.
  • Piloting of innovations related to C/AV and smart mobility.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to companies with operations in Ontario, Canada. Eligible applications must ensure that project activities are carried out within this region.

  • Companies with operations in Ontario.
  • Projects conducted within Ontario.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • All funds provided by the program must be matched by a minimum 2:1 contribution from applicants and/or private sector partners.
  • The projects supported must have scalable outcomes with high potential for commercialization.
  • Demonstration of actual products that can be showcased in Ontario is mandatory.
  • Aligning projects with program benefits like increased road safety and reduced environmental impact is crucial.
  • Applicants are encouraged to explore partnerships that represent significant potential commercial opportunities for all parties involved.

Documents and links

C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2

Frequently Asked Questions about the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2. 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 C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2?

Receive up to $1 million in co-investment funding and support of strategic partners to develop, test, validate and demonstrate connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies. Eligible projects will have to include demonstratio

How much funding can be received?

C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 Funds up to 66% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was December 28, 2023.

Who is eligible for the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 program?

To be eligible for the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 program, you must: Applicants must be Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees. Applicants must have operations in Ontario and carry out their project in Ontario.

What expenses are eligible under C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2?

The grant supports projects dedicated to advancing connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies. These initiatives aim to commercialize Ontario-made solutions and improve societal benefits such as road safety and environmental impact. Development and demonstration of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies for mass light vehicles such as cars, trucks, and vans. Technology advancement in heavy-duty vehicles, including commercial trucks, buses, and recreational vehicles used for goods movement. Enhancement of transportation infrastructure to support C/AV and smart mobility. Implementation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) for improved traffic management and road safety. Support for transit-supportive systems and vehicles to enhance public transportation efficiency. Validation, testing, and piloting of C/AV technologies to showcase scalable and commercial outcomes.

Who can I contact for more information about the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2?

You can contact Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).

Where is the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 available?

The C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2 program is available the province of Ontario.

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