Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform
Last Update: July 22, 2025
ON, Canada
Support for high-growth product-based tech firms
Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Grant Providers
- Invest Ottawa
- City of Ottawa
- MaRS Discovery District
- Communitech
Status
Open
Overview of the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform program
For your high-growth technology company, get access to strategic and specialized mentorship, advisory services, programs to help build your internal business, market and R&D capabilities, as well as networking groups that provide new market opportunities
Eligible projects & activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 100,000
Developing an e-learning platform for vocational training
$ 120,000
Creating a mobile app for sustainable urban farming solutions
$ 125,000
Developing a cybersecurity solution tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
$ 140,000
Developing a cloud-based AI platform for predictive healthcare analytics
$ 120,000
Building a virtual reality app for remote team collaboration
Eligibility criteria of the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform program
Eligible expenses
This grant supports initiatives that enhance the integration of botanical and biomedical sciences, promote strategic growth for tech companies, and recognize leadership and employee satisfaction.
- Projects bridging botanical research with biomedical applications to innovate healthcare solutions.
- Strategic growth programs for technology startups to scale up operations effectively.
- Employee engagement initiatives that increase satisfaction and promote a healthy work culture.
- Leadership development activities that drive organizational success and employee retention.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to companies that are located in geographical areas that align with Invest Ottawa's strategic initiatives. The eligible locations are determined by Invest Ottawa to support local and regional business growth.
- Companies based in the Ottawa region, Ontario.
How to apply to the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform program
1
Preparing the application
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach all required documents (evidence, supporting documents, etc.)
2
Waiting for a response
- Wait for the confirmation response of receipt of the application
- Prepare for a possible interview or document verification
3
Follow-up
- Receive the final decision regarding the grant
- If approved, follow the instructions to receive the funds
Additional information
This grant supports initiatives that enhance the integration of botanical and biomedical sciences, promote strategic growth for tech companies, and recognize leadership and employee satisfaction.
- Projects bridging botanical research with biomedical applications to innovate healthcare solutions.
- Strategic growth programs for technology startups to scale up operations effectively.
- Employee engagement initiatives that increase satisfaction and promote a healthy work culture.
- Leadership development activities that drive organizational success and employee retention.
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