How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR)?

Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR) is funded by Launch Lab

What are Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR)'s eligibility criterias?

The project must be based in Eastern Ontario. The business should possess an innovative technology or idea. The applicant should be a startup or an existing business experiencing challenges and seeking growth.

Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR)

Last Update: June 18, 2025

ON, Canada

Assistance for technology based businesses in Southern Ontario

Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR) at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Grant Providers

Launch Lab

Status

Open

Overview of the Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR) program

The Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR) program offers advisory support to innovative startups and existing businesses in Eastern Ontario, focusing on helping companies overcome growth challenges and commercialize new technologies or ideas. While the specific maximum funding amount is not disclosed, the program provides access to business expertise and guidance as part of its government-funded initiative to foster entrepreneurship and innovation.

Eligible projects & activities

Business advisory support for companies with innovative technologies or ideas.
Development and commercialization of innovations to build globally competitive businesses.
Mentorship and guidance for startups and existing businesses seeking growth.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 120,000

Implement IoT solutions to optimize energy consumption in residential buildings

$ 150,000

Launch an innovative e-learning platform to deliver specialized training to professionals

$ 120,000

Introduce a smart farming system to increase agricultural productivity and sustainability

$ 100,000

Develop an AI-based customer service chatbot to improve user experience and efficiency

$ 130,000

Develop a telemedicine platform to offer virtual healthcare services to remote areas

$ 90,000

Create a mobile app for local artisans to sell their products globally with ease

Eligibility criteria of the Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR) program

Must be a business operating in Eastern Ontario.
Must have an innovative technology or idea.
Startups and existing businesses looking to grow are eligible.

Who is eligible?

Businesses with an innovative technology or idea
New startups in Eastern Ontario
Existing businesses in Eastern Ontario seeking to grow

Eligible geographic areas

Eastern Ontario, including the following regions:
Kingston
Lanark
Quinte
Leeds & Grenville
Cornwall & The Counties
1000 Islands
Frontenac
Hastings
Prince Edward, Lennox & Addington

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Launch Lab is part of a provincially-funded network, indicating potential access to broader resources and insights that can assist applicants.
The organization emphasizes innovation and the commercialization of ideas, suggesting a focus on supporting projects with significant innovative elements.
Launch Lab operates through a network of advisors, offering personalized support and mentoring for businesses involved.
Although physically based in Kingston, Launch Lab's operations cover a wide area in Eastern Ontario, ensuring regional outreach and support.