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OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1
Co-investment for smart mobility technology development
Last Update: April 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 15, 2026
- Closing date : May 20, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $100,000 in co-investment for Ontario SMEs. It supports the development, testing, validation, and demonstration of connected and autonomous vehicle and smart mobility technologies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 33.333336% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 15, 2026
- Closing date : May 20, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies
- Development of smart mobility solutions and related systems
- Testing, validation, and piloting of technologies
- Demonstration of products or services in Ontario
- Commercialization-oriented R&D projects
Documents Needed
- Client intake form
- Letter of Support from contributing partners
- Full Proposal questionnaire
- Eligible expenditures guide reference
- Data and Information Sharing Protocol acknowledgment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- National and multinational enterprises as partners
- Academic institutions as clients only
- Municipalities, Indigenous communities, Crown corporations, and transit authorities
- Not-for-profit organizations representing industry
Eligible expenses
- Incremental salaries and benefits for employees working on the project
- Consultant and subcontractor fees
- Project-related materials, prototypes, hardware, and software
- Equipment use, movement, and upgrades
- Rent, utilities, training, and professional services linked to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Institutional overhead
- Costs outside Ontario, unless pre-approved
- Meals, incidentals, and entertainment
- Working capital, taxes, and financing charges
- Basic research, feasibility studies, and ongoing production costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility, completeness, and financial compliance.
- Eligible files are then assessed by external reviewers and OCI staff.
- OCI makes the final funding decision.
- Successful applicants receive conditions for project activation and must sign the funding agreement.
- Quarterly and final reports are required before reimbursement is released.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted during open funding rounds.
- A client intake form is required to start the EOI process.
- Applicants must agree to the DISP non-proprietary data requirements.
- Applicants should begin IP discussions with partners before submission.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1. 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 OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?
This program provides up to $100,000 in co-investment for Ontario SMEs. It supports the development, testing, validation, and demonstration of connected and autonomous vehicle and smart mobility technologies.
How much funding can be received?
OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 Funds up to 33.333336% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **May 20, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 program?
To be eligible for the OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 program, you must:
Ontario-based SME applicant
Project with at least one partner
Ontario project delivery
What expenses are eligible under OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?
Development of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies
Development of smart mobility solutions and related systems
Testing, validation, and piloting of technologies
Demonstration of products or services in Ontario
Commercialization-oriented R&D projects
Who can I contact for more information about the OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?
You can contact Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 available?
The OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 program is available the province of Ontario.