Ontario Made

Who is eligible?

Companies that manufacture products in Ontario, including various sectors such as automotive, food, consumer goods, and technology, are eligible to participate in the "Ontario Made" initiative. These companies should be interested in increasing exposure to consumers by using the Ontario Made logo to promote their locally made products.

Eligible expenses

The Ontario Made initiative offers opportunities for manufacturers and retailers to elevate their locally made products, enhancing visibility and consumer awareness. Eligible activities focus on showcasing and promoting Ontario-made goods to strengthen the province's economy.

• Manufacturers can register their products to receive the Ontario Made logo for increased consumer exposure.
• Retailers can register to obtain complimentary merchandising materials for better presentation of Ontario-made products.
• Submission of nominations for the Ontario Made Awards to gain recognition for locally manufactured products.
• Promotion through stories, blogs, and videos highlighting Ontario manufacturing processes and products.

Eligible geographic areas

This program supports Ontario manufacturers in promoting their products to enhance visibility and consumer awareness. Specifically, it is focused on companies located within Ontario.

• Businesses based anywhere within the province of Ontario, Canada.

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

• Manufacturers showcasing local products with pride and promoting them with the Ontario Made logo
• Retailers assisting consumers in making informed purchasing decisions and showcasing Ontario-made products effectively

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• Manufacturers can nominate their company for the Ontario Made Awards to gain recognition.
• Consumers are encouraged to support the local economy by purchasing Canadian-made products.
• The program offers complimentary merchandising materials to retailers to enhance the visibility of Ontario-made products.
• There is an opportunity to feature in homegrown stories and video collections that showcase local manufacturing processes and products.