Ontario 2021 Budget – New COVID-19 Business Support Funding
The Ontario provincial government has created its 2021 Budget, with $23.3B in spending towards COVID-19 business support and new grants, wage subsidies, and no-interest loans available.
OCE Changes Name to the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
The Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) has renamed themselves to better showcase their goal of helping to support innovative Canadian businesses.
Growing Northern Ontario Businesses – $800k Rural Economic Development Program (RED) Investment
Sixteen northern Ontario projects will create new skilled jobs and retain workers in local communities thanks to the $800K investment from the Rural Economic Development (RED) program.
Save on Energy Retrofit Program: New Incentives & Measures Now Available
Explore the Save on Energy Retrofit program updates on incentives available to support your business on its way to becoming more energy efficient.
Federal Government Invests $44.5M in 201 R&D Projects
The Canadian federal government has invested a total of $44.5M in 201 research and development-related projects, including universities and business R&D funding.
Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) $20K Expansion
The Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) has increased their max interest-free loan size to $60K. Those who received CEBA already are eligible for additional funds.
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)
The Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) is a rent relief program from the federal government in the wake of COVID-19.
Small Businesses COVID-19 Financial Advice and Training
The Ontario provincial government is investing over $2M in small business training and financial support.
Improving Connectivity in Ontario (ICON)
The Ontario government is looking to expand broadband and cellular infrastructure by granting up to 25% of eligible project costs.
