Applications open for rolling intake, up to $100k available.

Eligible Ontario Small-and-Medium Enterprises (less than 500 staff) can receive up to $100k to derisk and offset the costs of their product development activities, including free access to a Technology Development Site.

SME Benefits

  • Cutting-edge product development
  • Increased momentum for market penetration
  • Ecosystem navigation support
  • Free Dev Site access to validate products
  • Accelerated product development
  • Strategic innovation partners
  • Network development

Program Details

Development and Commercialization Program provides companies a unique opportunity to accelerate the launch of their Critical Technology solutions with up to $100k of OCI support and Dev Site access.

Technology Development Sites (Dev Site) unlock an operational environment that reflects target markets for SMEs to validate their solutions, accelerating their go-to-market timeline within CIT core sectors.

Companies may choose to collaborate with a strategic partner that represents significant potential commercialization opportunities.

Critical Technologies include: 5G and Advanced Networks, AI, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Quantum and Robotics.

Eligibility

  • Open to Ontario-based for-profit Small-and-Medium-Enterprises (less than 500 staff).
  • SME solution must incorporate at least one of the named Critical Technologies.
  • Required usage of at least 1 Dev Site for a minimum of 2 hours.
  • Six months maximum of Dev Site access.
  • Funding to be matched 1:1 by applicant company.
  • Optional strategic partner.
  • Explore the roster of Dev Site sites here.

Applicant Profile

This program is suitable for companies with Critical Technology products (fully realized or in-development) that are looking to accelerate commercialization within the core CIT sectors: Advanced Manufacturing (non-auto), Agri-Food, Construction, and Mining.

Application Process

The first step is to contact an OCI Business Development Manager (BD) to determine project eligibility and program compatibility. See the Business Development Directory here.

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