NSERC Engage Research Funding for Research and Development

NSERC Engage: How to Qualify for Collaborative Research Grants

Please Note: This page is an archived and may contain outdated program information. For current details of the Canada Media Fund Experimental Stream, please visit Mentor Works’ NSERC Engage Program Page. Administered by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, NSERC Engage is a Canadian government funding program that supports businesses partnering with a…

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Ontario Government Funding for Capital Investment Projects

Jobs and Prosperity Fund Awards Dr. Oetker Canada $7M in Grants

Dr. Oetker Canada is the Canadian division of the Oetker Group, an international food and foodservices corporation. The organization operates in 35 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, with its main headquarters in Germany. Its Canadian operations are headed in Mississauga, Ontario and its sole manufacturing facility, dedicated to making oven-ready frozen pizzas is…

How to Find Trade Shows for Export Expansion

How to Find and Evaluate Export Trade Shows, Conferences, and Events

Expanding into new export markets is a rewarding strategy for Canadian businesses. However, exporters often run into roadblocks along the way, including one of the biggest barriers to export success – finding and marketing to the right customer segments. Fortunately, there are exporting resources available to Canadian businesses that help make finding the right opportunities…

AgriMarketing Trade Show Grants for Export Marketing

AgriMarketing Trade Show Grants for Canadian Agri-Food Businesses: FAQ

The AgriMarketing program is now closed and not processing new applications. All applicants, even agricultural producers and processors are encouraged to use the CanExport program for all new applications.  The AgriMarketing Program is a Canadian government grant designed to support export expansion projects undertaken by agri-food and beverage companies. It offsets a portion of eligible…

Jobs and Prosperity Funding for Business Expansion

Jobs and Prosperity Fund (JPF) Awards ArcelorMittal Dofasco $22.7M

Hamilton, ON-based ArcelorMittal Dofasco is Canada’s largest steel producer and a leader of advanced manufacturing in North America. They are the city’s biggest private sector employer and ship over 4.5 million net tons of high-quality flat carbon steel every year. ArcelorMittal Dofasco partners with top automotive, energy, packaging, and construction companies to develop lighter, stronger,…

SWODF Funding for Ontario Business Expansion

Southwestern Ontario Development Fund Awards $400k to Niagara Brewery

Silversmith Brewing Company is an independently owned craft brewery in Niagara, Ontario situated among fruit farms, vineyards, and wineries. The brewery and beer hall operate out of a rustic and charming 1890s church, providing a unique space for visitors to enjoy brewery tours, food, entertainment, and high-quality beers, including the award-winning Black Lager. Silversmith Brewing…

Automotive Supplier Competitiveness Improvement Program Automotive Grants Ontario

Automotive Supplier Competitiveness Improvement Program: $100k Grant

Please Note: ASCIP’s final application intake has closed. Ontario automotive manufacturers should explore the Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (OAMP) for funding support. Spanning 700+ parts suppliers and 500+ tool, die, and mould makers, Ontario’s automotive industry is one of the world’s strongest automotive supply chains. Its competitive edge is driven by several key industry associations, such as…

Small Business Grants for Export Training

[WEBINAR] June 14: Export Training and Funding Programs

Canadian businesses are fortunate when it comes to exporting since there are several ways to receive support. These include training courses to certify you or members of your organization as trade professionals, and government funding programs to build export capacity and reach/expand international markets. Will your business start exporting or expand export markets in 2018? Educate yourself…

Canada Media Fund Experimental Stream Innovation Program Software Funding for Canadian Small Businesses

Canada Media Fund Experimental: CMF Funding for Software Projects

Please Note: This page is an archived and may contain outdated program information. For current details of the Canada Media Fund Experimental Stream, please visit Mentor Works’ CMF Experimental Program Page. Canada’s software sector is a critical component of our national economy. With more than 33,000 companies, over $61 billion in annual revenues, and nearly…

Canadian Government Funding Event Hamilton Tech Centre

[EVENT] Build a Government Funding Plan for Your Business in Hamilton

Accessing government funding for the first time might seem daunting without knowing how the process works. If your business is new to the funding landscape, it’s important to understand the different types of funding programs and how to navigate the application process. Fortunately, Hamilton and GTA-based technology firms can learn more about government funding by attending an…