As the December 13, 2016 intake deadline approaches for the Growing Forward 2 (GF2) Ontario Organizations and Collaborations Stream, many agricultural producers and processors may be considering the differing ways in which they can create a viable project. One of the best projects that we’ve seen successfully receive GF2 Organizations and Collaborations funding is the…
The Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) recently announced support for six northern Ontario infrastructure projects. Up to $377,800 in Canadian government grants will be provided to northern Ontario municipalities and First Nations communities completing critical infrastructure projects. These investments are result of the federal government’s Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150)….
With cap and trade programs making an increasing appearance in news headlines, Ontario businesses should be aware of the carbon tax regulations that are coming into effect. Ontario’s Cap and Trade regulation went into force on July 1, 2016 and will officially launch on January 1, 2017, which businesses should look at closely, as energy-based…
Home to five auto assemblers, 700 parts suppliers, and more than 500 tool, die, and mould makers, Ontario is regarded as a source of high-quality automotive manufacturing. Over the last five years, Ontario assembly plants produced nearly 16 per cent of North American-made vehicles; more than any other North American state or provincial jurisdiction. The…
Ontario’s agri-food industry is one of the country’s fastest growing and highest performing sectors. In 2014, Ontario food and beverage processors accounted for 41% for the country’s processed food and beverage products. The industry continues to grow, and in doing so, has increased provincial gross domestic product (GDP), exports, and job creation in recent years….
In 2012, Statistics Canada compared Canadian business’ commitment to introducing new innovations within their organization between 2007-2009 and 2010-2012. When comparing these time periods, trends can be seen towards an increased focus on organizational innovation, as well as a dedication towards product innovation. These two metrics relate to productivity improvements throughout the organization, often carried…
In 2017, the Ontario provincial government will introduce a mandatory provincial pension plan, impacting business’ payroll budgets and employee wages across Ontario. The Liberal provincial government will introduce the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP) in reaction to trend of workers not saving enough to maintain their standard of living upon retirement. However, this change to…
This Canadian government funding for small business tax credit is a refundable tax credit available to employers who hire and train apprentices in certain skilled trades. The business tax credit is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) through the federal tax system on behalf of the province of Ontario. Amount of Tax Credit…
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. Through FEDDEV Ontario, SMEs are able to improve their position in accessing new markets to China and Hong Kong, India and the US marketplace. The EMA program will…
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. Through FedDev Ontario, small and medium sized enterprises will be able to improve their position in global markets with focus on two trade missions – one to China…