Financial Resources
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Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Through its programs and services, and its financial support of projects that lead to job creation and economic growth, FedNor works with businesses and community partners to build a stronger Northern Ontario.
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
(NOHFC) was established to promote and stimulate economic development initiatives in Northern Ontario by providing financial assistance to projects that stabilize, diversify and foster economic growth in the region.
National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)
The NRC IRAP is Canada’s leading innovation assistance program for small & medium-sized businesses. We help you build your innovation capacity and take your ideas to market through financial assistance, advisory services and connections.
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
The OCI helps Ontario innovators get connected with the researchers, industry partners and funding needed to commercialize the next generation of made-in-Ontario IP and solutions.
Northern Ontario Exports Program
The Northern Ontario Exports Program is founded on advancing company success through trade. By providing companies with training and funding, they develop the skills and implement the activities needed to drive new sales outside of Ontario.
Trade Commissioner Service: Funding & Support
The Trade Commissioner Service provides funding and programs for doing international business. Get support and personalized advice to connect with potential foreign partners, purse new business opportunities abroad or attract foreign investment.
Northern Ontario Angels (NOA)
NOA’s goal is to stimulate investment capital into Northern Ontario companies to help them grow and succeed. This is accomplished by improving the flow of investment capital, investment education, and management expertise into high-growth potential Northern companies.
Community Futures Ontario
Community Futures Ontario represents 60 Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs) that offer free business counselling, loans for start-up and expansion of small business, strategic planning on local projects and community economic development.
Small Business Centres Ontario
Small Business Centres Ontario provide information, grant programs, training and resources to entrepreneurs, start-ups and expanding businesses
Sustainable New Agri-Food Products and Productivity (SNAPP) Program
The Sustainable New Agri-Food Products and Productivity (SNAPP) Program is for Northern Ontario agriculture and food producers and businesses.
PARO Centre
PARO Centre is a not-for-profit social enterprise, we collaborate to empower women, strengthen small business, and promote community economic development across Ontario.
futurpreneur
Futurpreneur works with startup founders who are ages 18-39. They provide young aspiring entrepreneurs with loan financing, mentorship and resources they need.