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OVIN — Content Partnerships Program
Industry-vetted micro-credentials for Ontario’s automotive workforce
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
August 11, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Funding of up to $50,000 is available to develop short, industry-vetted micro-credentials for Ontario’s automotive and mobility workforce. A select number of applicants may receive up to $100,000 to create at least four connected bilingual micro-credentials and learning pathways.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing two or more micro-credentials in response to automotive and mobility industry skills and talent needs.
- Bringing sector-specific educational programs online.
- Content design, development, and submission.
- Content logistics and administration.
- Recognition of completed course aligned with industry standards and content monitoring and evaluation.
Documents Needed
- Application proposal
- Any other supporting documents
- Letters of support from industry partner(s)
- Budget and detailed justification
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Accredited Ontario-based post-secondary education institutions
- Other accredited institutions creating micro-credentials or other courses
- Ontario based Non-Profit Organizations that have an Ontario-based bank account and run education programs for members of the automotive and mobility workforce in Ontario
Who is not eligible
- Specialized micro-credentials developed solely for the individual use of one industry organization are not eligible.
Eligible expenses
- Travel directly related to the project
- Salaries for project staff
- Operating expenses
- Professional services and consulting fees
- Marketing, software, and other project-related operating costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Institutional overhead.
- Costs incurred outside Ontario, unless otherwise approved by OCI.
- Costs not directly associated with meeting the deliverables and milestones specified in the Funding Agreement with OCI.
- Expenses of a personal nature, ongoing cost of production, and general working capital requirement.
- Tangible capital costs such as land, buildings, and vehicles, and intellectual property protection costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Preference will be given to proposals that demonstrate their industry partners' commitment to taking the course through letters of support.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact OCI support
- Connect with your OCI Business Development and Commercialization Manager to start the process.
- If you are new to OCI, complete the Program Enquiry Form first.
- Step 2: Prepare the application package
- Complete the proposal form.
- Gather supporting documents and partner letters.
- Step 3: Submit through AccessOCI
- Upload the full application package in AccessOCI.
- Submit the proposal before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed internally first to determine eligibility and then sent for external review to ensure a fair and transparent process for all applicants.
- Selected applicants will require approval from OVIN on the finalized plans before the development of micro-credentials can begin.
- Once awarded, proponents will have up to six months to develop their content and upload it onto the platform.
- Successful applicants will be required to perform regular maintenance and support assessments of course content to ensure there are no bugs or issues being experienced by users.
Additional information
- Content is available beyond a registration wall for those who have self-identified as an employee of Ontario’s automotive and mobility sector.
- The course page and associated content would include the name and branding of the contributing institution.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program Program
What is the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program?
Funding of up to $50,000 is available to develop short, industry-vetted micro-credentials for Ontario’s automotive and mobility workforce. A select number of applicants may receive up to $100,000 to create at least four connected bilingual micro-credentials and learning pathways.
How much funding can be received?
OVIN — Content Partnerships Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program program?
To be eligible for the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program program, you must:
Accredited Ontario-based applicants
At least one Ontario-based industry partner is required
Two or more micro-credentials must be developed for Ontario’s automotive and mobility workforce
What expenses are eligible under OVIN — Content Partnerships Program?
Developing two or more micro-credentials in response to automotive and mobility industry skills and talent needs.
Bringing sector-specific educational programs online.
Content design, development, and submission.
Content logistics and administration.
Recognition of completed course aligned with industry standards and content monitoring and evaluation.
Who can I contact for more information about the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program?
You can contact Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) by email at rabuelwafa@oc-innovation.ca.
Where is the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program available?
The OVIN — Content Partnerships Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OVIN — Content Partnerships Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OVIN — Content Partnerships Program is a Partnering and Collaboration