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York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund
Funding for Agri-tech and cleantech innovators
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 1, 2023
- Closing date : October 10, 2023
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides $10,000 to selected small businesses and entrepreneurs developing Agri-tech and cleantech solutions. It supports innovation, growth, and sustainability-focused projects in York Region.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : September 1, 2023
- Closing date : October 10, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 1-99 employees
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of innovative Agri-tech solutions.
- Development of innovative Agri-food solutions.
- Development of innovative cleantech solutions.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Company pitch deck
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small businesses.
- Entrepreneurs.
- Agri-tech ventures.
- Agri-food ventures.
- Cleantech ventures.
Who is not eligible
- Sole proprietors.
- Previously funded recipients from two consecutive rounds.
- 2023 EIF recipients reapplying for the next round.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regular maintenance and ongoing operating costs.
- Regular capital expenditures and asset replacement.
- Refinancing existing debt.
- Acquisition of land or buildings.
- Sole proprietorships.
Eligible geographic areas
- York Region, Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Business viability and growth or scaling potential.
- Community impact and economic benefits for York Region.
- Proposed use of funds and expected business impact.
- Quality of the application: clear, concise, and complete.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare the company pitch deck.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed application form with the pitch deck attached.
- Step 3: If selected, sign the Funding Agreement
- Complete the agreement before funding is released.
- Step 4: Complete the project and report back
- Submit a Final Project Report to demonstrate project completion.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee made up of ventureLAB, Regional Staff, and key innovation stakeholders.
- Applications are evaluated on business viability, community impact, use of funds, and application quality.
- Selected applicants must sign a Funding Agreement before funds are released.
- Recipients must submit a Final Project Report to show project completion.
Additional information
- Applications are now closed.
- Selected recipients receive $10,000 each.
- Recipients must submit a Final Project Report.
- Funding is disbursed after the Funding Agreement is signed, within 30 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions about the York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund Program
What is the York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund?
This program provides $10,000 to selected small businesses and entrepreneurs developing Agri-tech and cleantech solutions. It supports innovation, growth, and sustainability-focused projects in York Region.
How much funding can be received?
York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 10, 2023.
Who is eligible for the York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund program?
To be eligible for the York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund program, you must:
Incorporated and based in Canada.
Operating in York Region.
Agri-tech, agri-food, or cleantech venture.
What expenses are eligible under York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund?
Development of innovative Agri-tech solutions.
Development of innovative Agri-food solutions.
Development of innovative cleantech solutions.
Where is the York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund available?
The York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
York Region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund is a Grant and Funding