Open
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)
Supports Ontario SMEs to strengthen supply chains and expand markets
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) offers up to $5 million in grants or loans to help Ontario businesses strengthen resilience, expand market reach, and re-shore critical supply chains impacted by trade disruptions. Eligible activities include investments in advanced technology, market diversification, expansion of manufacturing capacity, job creation, and local supply chain development.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 5 employees minimum
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Expanding into new markets, including increasing interprovincial sales and diversifying market reach beyond the U.S.
- Enhancing domestic manufacturing capacity and building local supply chains within Ontario.
- Reshoring production or adapting operations to lessen exposure to trade disruptions.
- Modifying existing products or processes for entry into new sectors or markets.
- Investing in innovative technologies to increase competitiveness and secure or create jobs in Ontario.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit businesses (legal entity or limited partnership) registered in Ontario
- Small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those in sectors affected by U.S. tariffs (such as steel, auto, aluminum)
- Businesses manufacturing products in Ontario
Who is not eligible
- Not-for-profit organizations, associations, and charities
- Sole proprietors
- Retail businesses
- Construction companies providing primary construction services
- Providers of personal services and consulting firms
- Hospitality projects (hotels and restaurants)
Eligible expenses
- Facilities and infrastructure costs.
- Purchase of equipment and machinery.
- One-time labour expenses related to the project.
- Materials necessary for the project.
- Specialized expertise and consulting services.
- Training and talent acquisition costs.
- Permits and fees required for project execution.
- New market access expenses (such as certification, legal, labelling, and testing costs).
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses operating within Ontario
- Companies located in a community in Ontario during the project period
Additional information
- The application intake period begins on April 23, 2025, and operates on a continuous basis while the program is open.
- Applicants must complete a mandatory online self-assessment tool as part of the process prior to applying.
- Registration on the Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON) system is required before submitting an application.
- Complementary advisory services and assistance are available during the project period, regardless of the funding decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF). 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 Together Trade Fund (OTTF)?
The Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) offers up to $5 million in grants or loans to help Ontario businesses strengthen resilience, expand market reach, and re-shore critical supply chains impacted by trade disruptions. Eligible activities include investments in advanced technology, market diversification, expansion of manufacturing capacity, job creation, and local supply chain development.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) program, you must:
Must be a for-profit business registered in Ontario
Minimum three years of operations/financial statements
At least 5 full-time equivalent employees
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)?
Expanding into new markets, including increasing interprovincial sales and diversifying market reach beyond the U.S.
Enhancing domestic manufacturing capacity and building local supply chains within Ontario.
Reshoring production or adapting operations to lessen exposure to trade disruptions.
Modifying existing products or processes for entry into new sectors or markets.
Investing in innovative technologies to increase competitiveness and secure or create jobs in Ontario.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at ottf@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-855-216-3090.
Where is the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) available?
The Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) is a Other Support