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OVIN Technology Pilot Zones
Pilot automotive and mobility solutions in Ontario
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Sarnia, Toronto, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Ontario SMEs can pilot automotive and smart mobility solutions in real-world testing environments. The program offers up to $100,000 in funding over 24 months for eligible piloting activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Sarnia, Toronto, Windsor
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Piloting automotive and smart mobility technologies in real-world environments.
- Testing connected, autonomous, and electric vehicle solutions.
- Demonstrating urban mobility and cross-border mobility innovations.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario SMEs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Toronto
- Windsor
- Sarnia
Selection criteria
- Technology readiness level of 7 to 9.
- Fit with the program’s automotive and mobility pilot environments.
- Potential to support commercialization and integration into the supply chain.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit intake form
- Complete the program intake form to get started.
- Step 2: Program review
- The program reviews the information provided.
- Step 3: Move forward with piloting
- Proceed with the piloting process if selected.
Processing and Agreement
- Submit an intake form to express interest.
- Applications are reviewed through the program intake process.
- Selected SMEs proceed to piloting under program requirements.
Additional information
- Funded by the Government of Canada through FedDev Ontario.
- Participating SMEs can access industry partnership opportunities through the program.
- OVIN manages data generated in the piloting environments under a data governance framework.
Frequently Asked Questions about the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones Program
What is the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones?
Ontario SMEs can pilot automotive and smart mobility solutions in real-world testing environments. The program offers up to $100,000 in funding over 24 months for eligible piloting activities.
How much funding can be received?
OVIN Technology Pilot Zones Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones program?
To be eligible for the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones program, you must:
Ontario SME.
Technology at TRL 7-9.
Project focused on piloting mobility solutions.
What expenses are eligible under OVIN Technology Pilot Zones?
Piloting automotive and smart mobility technologies in real-world environments.
Testing connected, autonomous, and electric vehicle solutions.
Demonstrating urban mobility and cross-border mobility innovations.
Who can I contact for more information about the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones?
You can contact Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).
Where is the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones available?
The OVIN Technology Pilot Zones program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OVIN Technology Pilot Zones a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OVIN Technology Pilot Zones is a Partnering and Collaboration