OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who is eligible for the OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream program?

To be eligible for the OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream program, you must: • The eligibility criteria for this grant are not currently available due to site maintenance.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream?

You can contact Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).

Q: Where is the OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream available?

The OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream program is available the province of ON.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

ON, Canada

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At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,000,000
Up to 33% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The grant program offers a maximum funding amount of $100,000 to support environmentally sustainable business practices. Eligible activities include the development and implementation of green technology and the adoption of energy-efficient processes.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 800,000

Piloting an advanced autonomous shuttle service in downtown Calgary

$ 450,000

Development and demonstration of a smart pedestrian crossing system

$ 500,000

Development of a connected vehicle software platform for urban mobility optimization

$ 650,000

Testing an AI-driven traffic management system in downtown Ottawa

$ 750,000

Testing and validation of autonomous drone delivery systems in downtown Vancouver

$ 480,000

Demonstration of integrated smart parking solutions in downtown Edmonton

Eligibility

Eligible companies must meet specific criteria to apply for this grant.

Applicants must be Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees.
Applicants must have their operations and carry out their project in Ontario.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for this grant include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that demonstrate the potential to develop and commercialize connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies in Ontario. Additionally, partnerships with various eligible entities are necessary to meet the program's goals.

Applicant SMEs must have fewer than 500 global, full-time employees.
Applicants must operate and conduct their project in Ontario.
Eligible partners include SMEs, national and multinational enterprises, academic institutions (as clients only), municipalities, Indigenous communities, industry not-for-profit organizations, Crown Corporations, and Transit Authorities.
Projects must involve one applicant and at least one eligible partner, reaching Technology Readiness Levels 3-9.
Projects demonstrating actual products within Ontario are required.

Eligible expenses

The R&D Partnership Fund – C/AV and Smart Mobility – Stream 2 supports projects focused on advancing connected and autonomous vehicle technologies and smart mobility solutions. Activities must demonstrate products in real-world settings with significant commercial potential.

Technology development for connected and autonomous vehicles.
Demonstration projects showcasing Ontario-made smart mobility solutions.
Validation and testing of C/AV and smart mobility technologies.
Piloting innovative transit-supportive systems and vehicles.
Projects involving intelligent transportation systems and infrastructure development.

Selection criteria

Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for the R&D Partnership Fund – C/AV and Smart Mobility: Stream 2 grant. The criteria include project relevance, potential for commercialization, partnership strength, technological readiness, and alignment with program objectives.

Project relevance to the development, testing, validation, and demonstration of connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies
Potential for commercialization of Ontario-made technologies
Strength and scope of the partnerships involved in the project
Technological readiness level (TRL 3-9)
Alignment with intended program benefits, such as increased road safety, better road condition monitoring, and reduced environmental footprint
Ability to demonstrate actual products that can be showcased in Ontario
Budget feasibility and the ability to meet the minimum 2:1 funding contribution requirement
Scalability of outcomes with high potential for commercialization and competitive advantage

How to apply

Complete Client Intake Form

Access the intake form on the R&D Partnership Fund – C/AV and Smart Mobility program website.
Fill in the required information to express interest in the program.
Submit the intake form to initiate the Expression of Interest (EOI) process.

Consultation with OCI Business Development Manager

Await contact from an OCI Business Development Manager after submitting the intake form.
Discuss the project opportunity and program fit with the Business Development Manager.
Work with the Business Development Manager for assistance throughout the process.

Expression of Interest Submission

Prepare an initial project proposal outlining project objectives, potential outcomes, and partner details.
Submit the Expression of Interest documentation as advised by the Business Development Manager.

Full Proposal Submission

If invited, develop a comprehensive Full Proposal using resources from the OVIN Resource Document Page.
Include detailed project plans, financials, partner agreements, and support letters.
Ensure alignment with program objectives and prepare documentation accordingly.
Submit the Full Proposal by following the guidelines provided by the OCI Business Development Manager.

Additional information

The R&D Partnership Fund – C/AV and Smart Mobility – Stream 2 helps finance projects related to smart mobility technologies in Ontario with the goal of commercialization and public-private collaboration. The funding is contingent on a minimum 2:1 matching contribution from applicants and/or private sector partners.

Eligible applicants must have fewer than 500 global, full-time employees and operate in Ontario.
Eligible partners include SMEs, national and multinational enterprises, academic institutions (as clients), municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, Crown Corporations, and Transit Authorities.
The program supports projects with a total budget of up to $3,000,000 over 24 months.
Projects should be at Technology Readiness Level 3-9 and must include the demonstration of actual products in Ontario.
Typical project activities include technology development, demonstration, validation, testing, and piloting.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream. 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.