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Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF)
Co-investment for Ontario mobility technology R&D
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $1,000,000 in co-investment for automotive and mobility R&D projects in Ontario. It supports development, testing, validation, demonstration, commercialization, and deployment in connected and autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, advanced charging and vehicle-to-grid, and semiconductor and hardware 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 : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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 automotive and mobility technologies
- Testing and validation of products or services
- Piloting and demonstration of solutions in Ontario
- Commercialization-focused deployment activities
Documents Needed
- Client intake form
- Letter of Support from contributing partners
- Expression of Interest for Stream 2
- Full Application / Full Proposal
- Reference documents such as the Funding Agreement and Eligible Expenditures Guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized enterprises
- Companies with operations in Ontario
- Businesses in automotive and mobility technology sectors
Who is not eligible
- Companies with 500 or more global full-time employees
- Organizations without operations in Ontario
- Projects limited to basic research or feasibility studies
Eligible expenses
- Technology, product, and service validation costs
- Testing, piloting, and demonstration costs
- Commercialization and deployment-related project costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Basic technology research
- Feasibility studies
- Projects outside Ontario without written approval
- Matching contributions from public entities
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in two stages for Stream 2: Expression of Interest and Full Application.
- Eligible submissions are assessed internally and by external reviewers.
- Selected applicants are invited to present before final funding decisions are made.
- Successful applicants receive conditions and must sign the OCI Funding Agreement before project activation.
- Funding is released after approved reports and claims are submitted.
Additional information
- Applicants must read and agree to the Data and Information Sharing Protocol (DISP).
- A signed Letter of Support from contributing partners is required for proposals.
- Project changes require prior approval through the project change request process.
- Public communications about Ontario funding require OCI review and approval before release.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF). 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 Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF)?
This program provides up to $1,000,000 in co-investment for automotive and mobility R&D projects in Ontario. It supports development, testing, validation, demonstration, commercialization, and deployment in connected and autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, advanced charging and vehicle-to-grid, and semiconductor and hardware technologies.
How much funding can be received?
Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) Funds up to 33% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) program?
To be eligible for the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) program, you must:
Ontario-based SME applicant
Project carried out in Ontario
At least one eligible partner
What expenses are eligible under Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF)?
Development of automotive and mobility technologies
Testing and validation of products or services
Piloting and demonstration of solutions in Ontario
Commercialization-focused deployment activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF)?
You can contact Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).
Where is the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) available?
The Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF) is a Researchers And Facilities