Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)

• Tax Compliance Verification number and Tax Compliance Certificate
• Projected cash flow
• Articles of incorporation or limited partnership agreement and declaration
• Corporate family tree
• Financial statements from the last three fiscal years

Who is eligible?

• For-profit businesses operating in Ontario
• Small and medium-sized enterprises
• Businesses affected by U.S. tariffs or trade disruptions

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).

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Costs associated with using a consultant to prepare the application
• Purchase or lease of vehicles or off-site equipment
• Purchase of land or buildings
• Landscaping and staff parking lot costs
• Travel and accommodation costs for new market access

Eligible geographic areas

• Ontario

• Alignment with Ontario priorities such as local supply chains, market diversification, manufacturing capacity, and jobs.
• Training and upskilling.
• Development of economic clusters and supply chains.
• Government support improves project outcomes, scope, or timelines.
• Innovation and project risk considerations.

• Step 1: Eligibility Self-Assessment
  • Complete the mandatory online self-assessment tool to determine preliminary eligibility.
  • If the self-assessment indicates potential qualification, contact an Ontario Advisor as instructed for a project review. This step is required before proceeding.
• Step 2: Register on Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON)
  • Create an organizational account on TPON, Ontario’s online application system for funding opportunities.
  • Prepare and provide the required business information and official documents (e.g., legal business name, CRA Business Number).
  • Ensure accurate and complete data entry to prevent application delays.
• Step 3: Complete and Submit Application
  • Collaborate with your Ontario Advisor to fill out the application forms and gather all required supplemental information.
  • Submit the completed application and documentation through the TPON online portal.
• Step 4: Access Complementary Supports and Services (Optional, Upon Application Submission)
  • Upon submitting your application, access available advisory services, assistance with compliance approvals, and resources to help secure talent, if required.

• Only complete and eligible applications are assessed.
• The Ministry notifies applicants after the assessment process is completed.
• Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement with terms and conditions satisfactory to Ontario.
• Funding is subject to disbursement conditions, including proof of project financing and insurance.
• Applicants must meet reporting requirements, including providing financial statements.

• 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.