
OCI — Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan program (DMAP)
Last Update: July 22, 2025
ON, Canada
Support for digital modernization for SMEs in Ontario
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $15,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 11, 2023
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
The Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP) program provides Ontario SMEs with up to $15,000 to develop a tailored digital adoption strategy by working with a Digital Adoption Consultant. The program aims to support digital literacy, expedite technology adoption, and enhance the competitiveness of SMEs by helping them understand and implement digital technologies.
Financing terms and conditions
- Reimbursement of up to 50% of total eligible project costs, with a maximum grant of $15,000 per project.
- Applicant must contribute at least 50% of the total eligible project costs in cash.
- Funding is released upon project completion and approval of final documentation, including completed plan and supporting invoices.
Activities funded
- Creation of a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan tailored to the company’s digital needs.
- Engagement with a qualified Digital Adoption Consultant to analyze current digital capabilities and identify appropriate technology solutions.
- Development of strategies to accelerate digital transformation and drive company growth through technology adoption.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 15,000
Design a digital marketing strategy for a non-profit community theatre
$ 15,000
Adopt a digital customer relationship management (CRM) platform for an accounting firm
$ 15,000
Develop a comprehensive e-commerce plan for a local retail store
$ 15,000
Set up digital financial management tools for a small cooperative
$ 15,000
Implement a digital inventory management system for a small logistics firm
$ 15,000
Develop a digital fundraising strategy for a local charity
Eligibility
- The company must be incorporated federally or provincially and possess a valid Business Number.
- The company must be a for-profit, privately owned business with a permanent establishment in Ontario.
- The business must employ between 1 and 499 full-time equivalent employees.
- The company must demonstrate a culture and structure that values growth and innovation, with a willingness to adopt new technologies.
- The project must involve contracting an approved Digital Adoption Consultant from the DCC roster to develop a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan.
Who is eligible?
- Ontario-based for-profit, privately owned businesses
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with 1–499 full-time equivalent employees
Who is not eligible
- Businesses engaged in consumer-facing retail or e-commerce operations.
- Corporate chains and franchises.
- Registered charities.
- Representatives of multi-level marketing companies.
- Real estate brokerages and not-for-profit organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Fees for services provided by an approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC) registered on the DCC roster, specifically for the development of a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP).
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Assessment of the organization's current digital maturity and capabilities.
- Clarity of the need for a digital modernization and adoption plan.
- Significance of the opportunity, including expected growth potential and economic benefit to the SME and Ontario (such as job creation, increased revenues, or productivity).
- Evidence of a clear strategy and capacity to implement the plan and adopt digital technologies.
- Overall quality, feasibility, and completeness of the application and project budget.
How to apply
1
Initiate Application
- Submit a Client Intake Form to express your interest in the program.
- Wait for contact from an OCI Business Development Manager (BDM) or Digital Adoption Advisor (DAA) to discuss the opportunity.
2
Access Application System
Receive login information for OCI's online application system, AccessOCI, if the opportunity is suitable for the program.
3
Complete Online Application
- Fill out the application form in AccessOCI.
- Upload required supporting documents including resumes/CVs, a letter of support from an external DAC, and any additional relevant documents.
4
Obtain Endorsement
Request endorsement of your application from your BDM/DAA.
5
Submit Application
Submit the application after obtaining the necessary endorsement.
6
Internal Review
- OCI reviews the application for eligibility, completeness, and financial compliance.
- Address any deficiencies sent to you by OCI.
7
External Review
If deemed eligible, the application is reviewed by an external committee of experts.
8
Notification
Receive an email notification of OCI’s decision regarding funding.
9
Execute Agreement
If approved, sign OCI’s funding agreement using their online electronic signature function.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no fixed deadline.
- Final reports, including proof of expenditure and a completed DMAP, must be submitted within 30 days of project completion for reimbursement.
- A brief retrospective survey must be completed annually for three years after the project’s end date.
- Project changes or budget variances of $5,000 or more require prior notification and approval from OCI.
Contacts
CRitchie@oc-innovation.ca
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