FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow program?

To be eligible for the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow program, you must: • The applicant must be a not-for-profit or community development organization. • The project must create a thriving innovation and entrepreneurship environment, foster inclusive and sustainable economic growth, support new entrepreneurs, or transform and diversify local economies.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow?

You can contact Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev) by email at info@feddevontario.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-593-5505.

Q: Where is the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow available?

The FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Are startups eligible for the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow program.

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

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

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

Review Eligibility Criteria

Ensure your organization meets the eligibility criteria for the grant.

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.

Gather Required Information

Collect all necessary information related to your organization and the project you intend to submit for funding.

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.

Submit Application

Submit your application by December 20, 2024, to be considered for the next intake period.

Await Acknowledgement

Applications received will be acknowledged by FedDev Ontario during the closed intake period.

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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Frequently Asked Questions about the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow. 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 FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow?

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.