Small Business Grants Ontario: IESO Conservation Fund FAQs

Small Business Grants Ontario: IESO Conservation Fund FAQs

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) offers small business grants in Ontario for research and conservation projects that aim to reduce the demand for electricity through the IESO Conservation Fund. Below we have compiled a list of FAQs, for more information scroll to the bottom of this page for links to an overview, eligibility criteria, and program…

NOHFC Ontario Business Grants and Loans: Emerging Technology Program

NOHFC Ontario Business Grants and Loans: Emerging Technology Program

The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation’s (NOHFC) Emerging Technology Program (ETP) is designed to encourage the private and public sectors to develop exciting and viable new technologies that will contribute to future of Northern Ontario’s economy.  The goal of this research and development funding program is to support the research, development and innovation of new…

NOHFC Ontario Small Business Grants for Young Entrepreneurs

NOHFC Ontario Small Business Grants for Young Entrepreneurs

The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) was created in 1988 as an agency of the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry. The NOHFC works towards building strong, prosperous northern communities. For the NOHFC, Northern Ontario is defined as all areas North of, and including, the districts of Parry Sound and Nipissing. The Northern…

Small Business Grants and Loans Ontario NOHFC – North Job Creation

Small Business Grants and Loans Ontario NOHFC – North Job Creation

The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) was originally created as an agency of the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry. The NOHFC works to develop the local economies of northern Ontario communities. For the NOHFC, Northern Ontario is defined as all areas North of, and including the districts of Parry Sound and Nipissing….

Canadian Government Funding for ESL Training

Canadian Government Funding for ESL Training

Government funded programs that offer free English as a second language (ESL) training and small business grants for hiring immigrants are a topic often overlooked by employers looking to hire international employees into Canadian businesses.  The benefits of these grants is obvious, whether your business is particularly seeking to hire a recent immigrant or not,…

Grow Factor Workshop: Grant Writing for Business

Grow Factor Workshop: Grant Writing for Business

For many small and medium-sized businesses finding and selecting among Canadian government funding opportunities and navigating the application process is a daunting task.  This is where Mentor Works Ltd. comes in.  If you are a financially stable company that is beyond the start-up phase, have been incorporated in Canada for at least 2 years, and partaking…

The Grant Application Mystery:  How to Find & Get Grants for Small Business

The Grant Application Mystery: How to Find & Get Grants for Small Business

We chose to shed some light on two of the most common inquiries related to how to find grants and the grant application process. How to Find Grants: Are government grants for small business difficult to access? A common misconception is that it is next to impossible to find and access government grants for small…

IESO Conservation Fund:  Grant Funding for Business Eligibility

IESO Conservation Fund: Grant Funding for Business Eligibility

In a bid to create a culture of conservation across the province, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) offers business grants in Ontario research and conservation projects that aim to effectively reduce and manage demand for electricity. The IESO Conservation Fund thus provides financial support to businesses that take on new and innovative electricity conservation initiatives that will help…

Business Grants Ontario:  IESO Conservation Fund Overview

Business Grants Ontario: IESO Conservation Fund Overview

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is responsible for coordinating province-wide conservation efforts, planning the electricity system for the long term, and contracting for clean electricity resources. Their goal is to transform Ontario’s electricity system by helping to reduce energy use, maintain reliability, and establish a clean, modern and cost-effective power grid for a sustainable future.   As…

HTX Ontario Flagship Program: Healthcare/Medical Funding

HTX Ontario Flagship Program: Healthcare/Medical Funding

Health Technology Exchange (HTX) offers government funding for business to Ontario corporations that develop, produce and commercialize Medical and Assistive Technologies (MATs). HTX Canadian Government Funding Qualifications Ontario firms can qualify for government funding for small business under two different categories: Qualifying applicant: Ontario-based MNE or new created Ontario-based subsidiary of the MNE. Qualifying project…