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Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform
Growth support for high-potential tech companies
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
IO ScaleUp supports high-growth tech companies in Ottawa on the path to $100 million. It offers advisory support, peer groups, talent services, market insights, and other growth resources for product-based hardware and software ventures.
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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
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business scaling support for high-growth tech companies.
- Advisory support for leadership and growth challenges.
- Peer group networking and problem-solving.
- Talent, market research, and growth resource support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- High-growth tech companies.
- Canadian-owned hardware or software businesses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa
- National Capital Region
Additional information
- Access is flexible and tailored to the company’s stage and growth needs.
- Participants can receive advisory support at no cost.
- Optional add-ons include desk rental space at Bayview Yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform. 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 Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform?
IO ScaleUp supports high-growth tech companies in Ottawa on the path to $100 million. It offers advisory support, peer groups, talent services, market insights, and other growth resources for product-based hardware and software ventures.
Who is eligible for the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform program?
To be eligible for the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform program, you must:
Canadian-owned tech company.
Based in the National Capital Region.
Product-based hardware or software.
What expenses are eligible under Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform?
Business scaling support for high-growth tech companies.
Advisory support for leadership and growth challenges.
Peer group networking and problem-solving.
Talent, market research, and growth resource support.
Where is the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform available?
The Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform?
Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform is funded by Invest Ottawa (IO), Communitech, City of Ottawa, MaRS Discovery District