Impact ON — Enterprises Strategy ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Mission-driven organizations operating in Ontario - Cooperatives (primary focus) - Social enterprises (primary focus) - Organizations with a demonstrated social or environmental mission - Must be legally registered entities operating in Ontario - For-profit businesses with explicit social/environmental mandates may be considered ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable funding for services (not direct capital grants) - Funding Model: Subsidized access to professional services rather than direct cash disbursement - Eligible Service Coverage: Grants cover costs of contracted consultants and service providers - Matching Requirements: Varies by service type; organization may contribute in-kind or cash match - Repayability: Non-repayable (grant-based, not a loan) - Specific Amounts: Funding amounts determined on a per-project basis; consult program administrator for typical ranges ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Market Research Services – consumer demand analysis, competitive landscape assessment, market sizing - Feasibility Studies – technical, financial, and operational feasibility analysis - Business Planning Services – strategic planning, business model development, financial projections - Professional Consulting – contracted expert advice relevant to business planning and market entry - Information & Advisory Services – access to curated business intelligence and sector-specific guidance ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Mission Verification: Organization must demonstrate clear social or environmental impact mandate - Ontario Residency: Operations and/or headquarters must be based in Ontario - Service Delivery Model: Funding provides subsidized access to approved service providers; not direct reimbursement - Reporting Requirements: Organizations must document service usage and business outcomes - Timeline: Services must be completed within agreed project timeframe; typical projects span 6–12 months - No Duplicate Funding: Cannot combine with other government-subsidized consulting programs for identical services - Accountability: Recipient must demonstrate how insights gained inform business decisions