How do I apply for Ontario Made?

Visit Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters's website for application instructions.

What industries are eligible for Ontario Made?

Eligible industries include: manufacturing, software, retail.

Who administers Ontario Made?

This program is administered by Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters.

Are there similar programs to Ontario Made?

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How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Ontario Made?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

Ontario Made

Q: What benefits does Ontario Made provide?

Ontario Made offers: advisory, marketing support, branding, networking, exposure, promotional materials. A branding and promotional program for Ontario manufacturers and retailers. Benefits include increased exposure on the SupportOntarioMade.ca database, use of the official Ontario Made logo, access to complimentary marketing materials (stickers, shelf talkers, banners), B2B connections and matchmaking, networking opportunities, improved SEO, and advocacy support from Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME).

Q: What size businesses can apply to Ontario Made?

This program is available to: small, medium, large.

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters

🏘️ Regional & Community Development📍 Regional📢 Marketing🏭 Manufacturing🏪 Small Business📈 Growth

Promotion of Ontario-made products

Funding

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Deadline

Jan 13, 2026

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Register your locally manufactured goods and get support to raise awareness through an Ontario Made digital branded logo that can be used on your eligible products and marketing materials.

What Benefits Are Offered?

advisorymarketing supportbrandingnetworkingexposurepromotional materials

A branding and promotional program for Ontario manufacturers and retailers. Benefits include increased exposure on the SupportOntarioMade.ca database, use of the official Ontario Made logo, access to complimentary marketing materials (stickers, shelf talkers, banners), B2B connections and matchmaking, networking opportunities, improved SEO, and advocacy support from Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME).

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium, large

Industries: manufacturing, software, retail

Region: Ontario

Other Criteria: manufacturers producing goods within Ontario, products must undergo their last substantial transformation in Ontario (including software development)

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

Preview of what's included with full access:

📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Submit your company's profile
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🌐Application Portal: https://www.supportontariomade.ca/faq
📤Submission Method: online
🔄Intake Type: continuous

📄What Documents Are Required?

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: costs related to manufacturing
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: costs not directly related to the project
personal expenses
expenses incurred prior to approval
📏Expense Caps: Marketing costs capped at 20%
💳Payment Model: reimbursement
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: No

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

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What's included

🛣️Step-by-step application roadmap
📋Complete document checklist
💰Eligible expenses breakdown
🤝Cost-share & matching details
📊Compliance & reporting guide
📄Official program documents
🖨️Print-friendly report

How Do I Apply?

OntarioMade@cme-mec.ca

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

This program is available to small, medium, large businesses in manufacturing, software, retail industries located in Ontario.

Contact the program administrator for funding details.

The application deadline is January 13, 2026.

What You'll Get

🛣️Step-by-step application roadmap
📋Complete document checklist
💰Eligible expenses breakdown
🤝Cost-share & matching details
📊Compliance & reporting guide
📄Official program documents
🖨️Print-friendly report

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