Open
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides conditional funding of up to $10 million per project for forest biomass initiatives in Ontario. It supports Indigenous partnerships, biomass pathway studies, innovative bioproduct manufacturing, and modernization projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 0.8% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Indigenous bioeconomy partnerships and business development
- Feasibility, engineering, and technical studies
- Scientific trials and commercialization of innovative bioproducts
- Facility upgrades and modernization of existing wood product operations
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documentation
- Project proposal
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- Municipalities
- Indigenous communities
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Ontario wood product manufacturers and bioproduct companies
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside Ontario for Ontario-based projects
- Applicants seeking funding for projects not related to forest biomass
- Companies without the required stream-specific status or ownership profile
Eligible expenses
- Professional, technical, and legal services
- Salaries, wages, and benefits for project staff
- Planning, design, training, and travel costs
- Equipment, machinery, materials, installation, and commissioning
- Project-related overhead, permits, and in-kind staff time
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land purchases
- Working capital
- Labour costs for owners with 10% or more ownership
- Office equipment and furnishings
- Vehicle purchases or leases
- Restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are checked for completeness and eligibility first.
- Incomplete applications may be addressed with the applicant before review.
- Eligible applications are evaluated against program criteria and project impact.
- Approved projects require a Conditional Contribution Agreement.
- Funding is discretionary and not guaranteed.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed twice a year.
- A Conditional Contribution Agreement is required for approved projects.
- Approved projects may be publicly announced.
- Information submitted may be disclosed under Ontario’s access and privacy law.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Forest Biomass Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Forest Biomass 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.
What is the Ontario Forest Biomass Program?
This program provides conditional funding of up to $10 million per project for forest biomass initiatives in Ontario. It supports Indigenous partnerships, biomass pathway studies, innovative bioproduct manufacturing, and modernization projects.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Forest Biomass Program Funds up to 0.8% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Forest Biomass Program program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Forest Biomass Program program, you must:
Ontario-based project
Expands forest biomass use
Improves supply chain
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Forest Biomass Program?
Indigenous bioeconomy partnerships and business development
Feasibility, engineering, and technical studies
Scientific trials and commercialization of innovative bioproducts
Facility upgrades and modernization of existing wood product operations
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Forest Biomass Program?
You can contact Government of Ontario by email at forestbiomass@ontario.ca.
Where is the Ontario Forest Biomass Program available?
The Ontario Forest Biomass Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Forest Biomass Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Forest Biomass Program is a Grant and Funding