Applications Open: Rolling Intake.

Ontario Small-and-Medium-Enterprises (SME) can validate an existing product or solution with free access to a Technology Development Site (Dev Site).

SME Benefits

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

Program Details

The Technology Access Program enables free access for eligible Ontario Small-and-Medium Enterprises – less than 500 staff, to test their Critical Technology product at a Technology Development Site, so they can hit the market faster.

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.

TCritical 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. Maximum site access six months.
  • Explore the roster of Dev 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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