Croissance économique régionale par l’innovation & Programme de prospérité du Sud de l'Ontario — Organismes à but non lucratif

📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations (primary focus of this stream) - Organizations operating in Southern Ontario - Entities engaged in economic growth and innovation activities - Organizations with capacity to commercialize new products/services - Groups focused on productivity enhancement and business expansion - Entities demonstrating commitment to regional economic development ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Size: $125,000 to $10,000,000 - Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) - Coverage: Supports expansion activities without requirement for matching funds (specific matching ratio not specified in available description) - Repayability: Non-repayable; funds do not require repayment - Allocation: Single or multiple tranches depending on project scope and milestones ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Product & Service Commercialization: Bringing new products and services to market - Productivity Improvements: Initiatives to increase operational efficiency - Business Expansion: Capital and operational costs related to growth - Market Development: Activities to attract customers and expand market reach - Innovation-Related Costs: Development and implementation of innovative practices - Regional Economic Growth: Investments that contribute to Southern Ontario's economic development ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Geographic Requirement: Activities must benefit Southern Ontario region - Project Validation: Clear demonstration of innovation and economic growth potential - Milestone-Based Funding: Disbursement likely tied to achievement of defined project milestones - Reporting Requirements: Non-profits must maintain documentation and progress reporting - Accountability: Funds must be used as proposed; changes may require approval - Timeline: Project completion and funding drawdown subject to agreed schedule - Eligible Use Verification: Expenses must align with approved categories and project scope