FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow
Last Update: July 22, 2025
ON, Canada
Supporting organizational growth through innovation and sustainable development
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- From $125,000 to $10,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 20, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Funds Providers
Program status
Closed
Overview
FedDev Ontario provides up to $10 million in non-repayable contributions to not-for-profit and community development organizations to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic growth. Eligible projects include those promoting clean economic growth, technological advancements, and industrial transitions, with specific emphasis on artificial intelligence and homebuilding innovation for the fall 2024 intake.
Financing terms and conditions
- Non-repayable contributions ranging from $125,000 to $10 million per project.
- Support is targeted towards not-for-profit and community development organizations.
Activities funded
- Creating a thriving innovation and entrepreneurship environment.
- Fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
- Supporting new entrepreneurs through mentorship and training.
- Transforming and diversifying local economies.
- Supporting projects for clean economic growth to contribute to emissions reductions and create sustainable and green jobs.
- Accelerating business development and growth of growth companies.
- Developing projects in cutting-edge technology sectors.
- Facilitating industrial transition in traditional sectors by adopting new technologies and innovations to enhance competitiveness.
- Supporting automotive suppliers in the transition to Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEV) and developing a ZEV supply chain.
- Focusing on homebuilding innovation.
- Implementing artificial intelligence solutions.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 60,000
Implementation of a digital literacy program
$ 75,000
Development of a renewable energy solution
$ 50,000
Launch of a sustainable food production initiative
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a not-for-profit or community development organization.
- The project must aim to create a thriving innovation and entrepreneurship environment, foster inclusive and sustainable economic growth, support new entrepreneurs through mentorship and training, or transform and diversify local economies.
- The project should focus on one or more of the 2024 intake priorities: Clean economic growth, Growth companies, Technology, Industrial transition, or Automotive suppliers.
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations supporting businesses and economic development.
- Community development organizations fostering entrepreneurship and business growth.
How to apply
1
Review Eligibility Criteria
Ensure your organization meets the eligibility criteria for the grant.
2
Contact FedDev Ontario
Reach out to FedDev Ontario via email at info@feddevontario.gc.ca or call 1-866-593-5505 to discuss your interest and any questions you may have.
3
Gather Required Information
Collect all necessary information related to your organization and the project you intend to submit for funding.
4
Prepare Application
Develop a comprehensive project proposal focusing on the outlined priorities such as clean economic growth, business development, technology, industrial transition, or automotive suppliers.
5
Submit Application
Submit your application by December 20, 2024, to be considered for the next intake period.
6
Await Acknowledgement
Applications received will be acknowledged by FedDev Ontario during the closed intake period.
7
Stay Informed
Subscribe to FedDev Ontario’s updates to receive the latest information on programs and services.
Additional information
- The fall 2024 intake includes two new dedicated programs focusing on homebuilding innovation and artificial intelligence.
- It is encouraged to subscribe to email notifications to stay updated on the latest programs and opportunities offered by FedDev Ontario.
- You can follow FedDev Ontario on various social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram for updates and insights.
- Applications must be submitted by December 20, 2024, for consideration in the fall intake.
- FedDev Ontario encourages contacting them for discussions on interest in applying, or to address any questions about the application process.
Contacts
info@feddevontario.gc.ca
1-866-593-5505
ON, Canada
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