Most television and film companies incorporate some sort of computer animation or special effects technology within their productions. Keeping up-to-date on these software programs and hardware that can run them can be costly and take financial resources away from required wage expenses. The Ontario Media Development Corporation (OMDC) is offering a tax incentive program to…
The booming e-book industry is causing complications for book publishers worldwide. Ontario book publishing companies are receiving some support in the form of the Ontario Book Publishing Tax Credit (OBPTC). Through this tax incentive program, book publishers are able to receive tax credits on expenditures throughout their operations, from pre-press to digital and paper publications…
In March 2012, CEOs, presidents, and founders of high performing companies from around Ontario will meet in Markham, Ontario for the business event Wisdom Exchange 2012. The event will provide a unique peer networking forum where corporate leaders can share expert advice and best practices while forming business relationships. When: March 28, 2012 Where: Hilton…
The Ontario Media Development Corporation has reinforced their support of the production of television and film media in Ontario through a new tax incentive called the Ontario Production Services Tax Credit (OPSTC). Similar to the Ontario Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit, the OPSTC requires applicants to be Ontario-based companies who file Ontario corporate tax returns….
Research and development is a costly activity for businesses. Luckily, there are tax credits and Research & Development Funding programs that can help lessen the burden on human resources and budgets. One such tax credit is the Ontario Business-Research Tax Credit (OBRTC), which offers 20% of R&D expenses as a refundable tax credit for SR&ED….
CeBit is a world-renowned annual trade fair that covers all sectors of IT, including telecommunication, software, hardware, and services. The Government of Ontario is supporting six Ontario businesses to attend CeBIT 2012, where they will gain exposure to new technologies, trends, markets, and network with potential business partners. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity…
Please Note: Export Market Access is now closed and not accepting further applications. For trade show grants and other forms of export support, learn more about the CanExport program. You might have noticed a note on Export Market Access’ homepage: Please note we are currently accepting applications for projects that end prior to March 31, 2012.”. Export…
Before now, Ryerson University based out of Toronto, Ontario was the only school in Ontario offering the iSTEM hiring grant. University of Waterloo has officially changed that. Also known as the Graduate Enterprise Internship, the iSTEM program offers up to $15K towards the hiring of a science, technical, engineering, or mathematics student or graduate. The…
MITACS Step: Proactive & Practical Communication is a Hamilton event that will allow you to optimize your ability to work as a team or present an idea. Effective communication is critical to the success of any team-oriented project or presentation. Through this event, participants will: Understand how personal assumptions and mental models adversely influence communication…
Businesses in the agriculture sector can receive an additional source of cash through the Agri-Innovation Program. Offered through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the Agri-Innovation Program provides agricultural businesses across Canada with 0% interest repayable funding towards a variety of expenditures that will improve the company’s productivity or promote innovation. This program is similar to the…