FedDev Ontario: Up to $10M in Business Scale-Up & Expansion Capital.
Accelerate your manufacturing capacity, commercial adoption, and international expansion in Southern Ontario. We structure winning FedDev Ontario proposals under the Business Scale-up & Productivity and Regional Innovation Ecosystem streams.
How FedDev Ontario Fuels Southern Ontario Commercial Scale
Up to $5M–$10M Scale-Up Loans
Zero-interest repayable contributions covering up to 35% of eligible capital expenditures for manufacturing automation, AI implementation, and global market growth.
Non-Dilutive Contributions
Targeted non-repayable grants for innovative SMEs collaborating on clean technology demonstration, biomanufacturing, and industrial supply chain integration.
Green & Inclusive Economy
Dedicated funding to help Southern Ontario businesses transition to green processes, reduce carbon footprints, and create sustainable regional jobs.
Funding Criteria & Rules
What geographic region is covered by FedDev Ontario?
FedDev Ontario supports businesses located in Southern Ontario, covering the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ottawa, Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo, London, Windsor, Niagara, and surrounding regions.
What are the repayment terms for FedDev Ontario scale-up loans?
FedDev contributions under the Business Scale-up & Productivity stream are typically 0% interest, unsecured loans with a 1-to-2 year grace period followed by a 5-to-7 year structured repayment term.
What are the key criteria FedDev evaluators look for?
Evaluators prioritize proven commercial traction (typically $2M+ in annual revenue), high job creation potential in Ontario, export revenue growth, and environmental/decarbonization impact.
Discover Your Full Funding Potential
Speak with our licensed advisors for a confidential assessment of your eligibility, project milestones, and grant funding capacity.