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Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was April 29, 2025.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program?

You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at FSIIP@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-844-573-9017.

Q: Where is the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program available?

The Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program?

Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program is funded by Government of Ontario (ON)

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Ontario, Canada

Funding for Ontario's forest sector innovation and productivity

Grant and Funding

Government of Ontario

Overview

The Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program provides funding support of up to 30% of eligible costs, with a grant maximum of $3 million for collaboration projects, aimed at improving productivity, competitiveness, and market access in Ontario's forest sector. Eligible activities include strategic innovation projects by forest sector manufacturers, processors, and collaborations with research organizations, industry associations, and academia.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : March 21, 2025
Closing date : April 29, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Location

Ontario

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Rural or Northern Residents

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Research
Economic, Social and Community Development
Business Associations

Target groups

Rural / Remote communities
Business owners / entrepreneurs
Nonprofits / charities
Academia / students

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Provincial

How to apply

Access Transfer Payment Ontario

Login to the Transfer Payment Ontario portal.
Access the Stage I Eligibility Checklist and Application Form.

Complete Stage I Application

Complete the Stage I Eligibility Checklist.
Fill out the Stage I Application Form with detailed project information.
Submit your Stage I application before the deadline for the desired round.

Prepare for Stage II

If selected, prepare a Stage II Business Plan.
Gather all required supplemental documents.

Submit Stage II Application

Submit the completed Stage II Business Plan and supplemental documents by the Stage II deadline.
Ensure all information is complete and accurate to avoid deferral or rejection.

Review and Confirmation

Check for a confirmation of submission for both Stage I and Stage II.
Contact the Business Development Branch via email or phone for assistance if needed.

Contacts

FSIIP@ontario.ca

1-844-573-9017

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation 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.