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OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)
Partnerships for Canadian health technologies
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
OBIO’s EAHN connects Canadian health technology companies with healthcare organizations to evaluate technologies in real-world settings and support broader adoption. Successful projects may receive up to $250k in funding to support evaluation and procurement activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Evaluation of innovative health technologies in healthcare settings.
- Adoption and dissemination of proven technologies.
- Partnerships between health technology companies and healthcare organizations.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian health technology companies.
- Canadian healthcare organizations.
Eligible expenses
The OBIO EAHN program supports projects that bridge Canadian health technology companies with healthcare organizations to evaluate and integrate innovative technologies into the health system. Eligible activities focus on the real-world assessment of technologies and their broad dissemination and demonstration globally.
- Evaluation of health technologies in real-world settings.
- Partnership development between technology companies and healthcare organizations.
- Dissemination of value-producing technologies within the health system.
- Creation of showcase sites for successful technologies.
- Support for technology enhancements based on evaluation feedback.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada-wide.
- Ontario healthcare organizations.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- OBIO reviews expressions of interest and follows up with next steps.
- Successful applicants are partnered with a healthcare organization for evaluation.
- Evaluation can run for up to 12 months.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- EAHN™ provides a platform for both showcasing successful Canadian healthcare technologies and facilitating their global market access.
- The program encourages partnerships that can demonstrate the value of Canadian health innovations both locally and internationally.
- Participation in the EAHN™ program may bolster a company’s profile and facilitate access to further funding opportunities.
- The program facilitates connections with national and regional innovation partners, providing additional support and resources for technology adoption.
- Participants may benefit from engagement with Canadian healthcare networks to validate and optimize technology solutions before going international.
Frequently Asked Questions about the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN). 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 OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)?
OBIO’s EAHN connects Canadian health technology companies with healthcare organizations to evaluate technologies in real-world settings and support broader adoption. Successful projects may receive up to $250k in funding to support evaluation and procurement activities.
How much funding can be received?
OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) program?
To be eligible for the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) program, you must:
Canadian health technology company.
Technology ready for evaluation.
Clinical regulatory clearance.
What expenses are eligible under OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)?
Evaluation of innovative health technologies in healthcare settings.
Adoption and dissemination of proven technologies.
Partnerships between health technology companies and healthcare organizations.
Who can I contact for more information about the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)?
You can contact Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO).
Where is the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) available?
The OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
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