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Next Generation of Jobs Fund
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Supports green job creation and environmental sustainability in Ontario
Researchers And Facilities
Grant and Funding
Loans and Capital investments
Overview
The Next Generation of Jobs Fund is a five-year, $650-million program supporting environmental innovation in advanced manufacturing, clean energy, forestry, agriculture, and clean technology in Ontario. Eligible activities include the manufacturing of green vehicles and auto parts, development of clean fuels, and creation of clean technologies, with financial support available through grants, loans, and training programs.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Develop a new product
- Research and experimental development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Activities funded
- Manufacturing of environmentally friendly vehicles and automotive parts.
- Development of clean fuel technologies.
- Creation and commercialization of clean technologies and sustainable products.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 925,000
Develop pilot scale facility for advanced biodiesel fuel production
$ 730,000
Create urban vertical farm for high-efficiency leafy greens production
$ 1,200,000
Design and test low-emission aluminum forging for vehicle frames
$ 1,600,000
Retrofit existing assembly line for electric vehicle component production
$ 465,000
Implement smart monitoring systems in wood pellet manufacturing facility
$ 675,000
Automation of compostable packaging production using clean technology
Eligibility
- The company must demonstrate the ability to secure jobs for Ontarians.
- The project must contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- The initiative should help position Ontario as a global leader in an emerging market.
- The applicant must build on Ontario’s strengths in research and commercialization or aim to develop new expertise.
- The project should foster collaboration among researchers, business professionals, and entrepreneurs.
Who is eligible?
- Advanced manufacturing companies
- Energy production businesses
- Forestry sector organizations
- Agricultural enterprises
- Companies developing clean technologies and products
Eligible expenses
- Infrastructure building related to environmental technologies and products.
- Research programs aligned with clean technologies and green manufacturing.
- Training programs necessary for the implementation of funded projects.
- Development and manufacturing costs for green vehicles, auto parts, and clean fuels.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Ability to secure jobs for Ontarians.
- Potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Contribution to establishing Ontario as a global leader in an emerging market.
- Capacity to build on or create expertise in areas with strong research and commercialization potential.
- Creation of synergies among researchers, business professionals, and entrepreneurs.
How to apply
1
Review eligibility criteria
- Identify if your project aligns with environmental advances in manufacturing, energy, forestry, or agriculture
- Review eligibility criteria focusing on securing jobs, reducing greenhouse emissions, and building expertise
2
Prepare project proposal
- Prepare a proposal demonstrating job creation in Ontario
- Highlight plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Show how your project helps Ontario become a global leader in emerging markets
3
Compile supporting documentation
- Provide documentation on existing or new expertise in relevant sectors
- Include details on potential collaborations with researchers and entrepreneurs
- Detail clean technology, products, or fuels development aspects
4
Submit application package
- Submit your tailored project proposal and all required supporting documents to the Next Generation Jobs Fund
- Ensure application showcases synergy building and research collaborations
5
Wait for funding decision
- Await government review and decision on your submitted application
Additional information
- The fund draws inspiration from the Ontario Automotive Strategy, which attracted significant investments and created numerous high-value jobs in the province.
- The initiative targets the stimulation of economic growth in conjunction with environmental sustainability objectives in Ontario.
- Strategically tailored investment packages are available, and arrangements can be flexible, incorporating various forms of financial support such as grants and loans.
- Collaboration among researchers, business professionals, and entrepreneurs is encouraged to generate synergies and foster innovation.
