Connect Canada is encouraging the amount of research and development in Canada to increase. The program places graduate students and post-doctoral fellows with private-sector host companies together for research placements. The interns work on projects created by their academic supervisor and the industry partner. This opportunity is funded by Industrial Research-Development Intership (IRDI) through Networks…
The Feasibility Studies Program is a cost-shared study program for Manitoba companies only. There is financial assistance up to 50 percent of the cost to a maximum of $25 000. This incorporates the net sum of all government financial assistance received. This program is for applicants considering investing in a project that could result in…
The Ontario Market Investment Fund is a $12-million; four-year fund targeted to promote awareness of Ontario-produced foods and encourages the public in Ontario to buy locally. The following are project ideas that qualify for this program: market research, communication and/or marketing projects encouraging local buying of produce. For annual projects, additional grants cannot be applied…
The Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects tax credit (OCASE) is a refundable tax credit for corporations that perform eligible activities related to computer animation and special effects. On behalf of Ontario through the federal income tax system, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) runs this program and monitors it. For eligible activities, the credit is…
The International Strategic Opportunities Program aids in funding for the collaboration between Ontario research institutions and global research communities. The end result will involve an improved long-term economic opportunity by attracting and encouraging the most dedicated and hard working researchers. ISOP award can be awarded to universities, colleges, affiliated research and teaching hospitals and non-profit…
Announced by the Government of Canada, the International Science and Technology Partnership Program (ISTPP) is a five-year, $20-million program promoting and encouraging international collaborative research. By supporting research projects within the science and technology field, the ISTPP will build strong Canadian relationships with Israel, India, China and Brazil. Science and technology networking will foster new…
Ontario’s Life Science’s sector is an area that has much potential. The need for researchers and industry leaders is large, and the opportunity for success is larger. Global competition and the necessity for increased innovation in this area demands that Ontario’s Life Science’s industry is researched, updated and given more attention. Promotion of this industry…
The Growing Canadian Agri-Innovations Program is supported by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and is an important tool to assist farmers, food processors, and researchers with introducing innovative ideas to the marketplace in less time. As a part of Growing Forward, a commitment between the government and the agricultural sector, this program will invest in…
The Canadian Machine Tool Distributors Association (CMTDA) has resupplied the successful Advanced Software and Machine Training Fund to provide funding throughout 2011. The fund has received a $900,000 top-up to help Ontario’s machine, tool, die, and mould companies conduct training on software that will enhance their competitiveness. Eligibility Factors Applicants must be Ontario companies in…
Technical Graduates through First Job In a previous blog in early May, we profiled an excellent hiring mechanism to serve Masters or PhD professionals that have graduated in the last five years. The position must create an opportunity in R&D and is generally along the lines of new processes, services or products. Recently, we learned…