How do I apply for OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?

You can apply online through the official program website. Visit the application portal to submit your application.

Who administers OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?

This program is administered by Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).

Are there similar programs to OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?

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How can I improve my chances of getting approved for OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?

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.

OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1

Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)

🔬 Research & Innovation Partnerships🗺️ Provincial🔬 Research💼 Commercialization🏪 Small Business📈 Growth

Funding for autonomous vehicles and smart mobility technologies

Funding

Up to $100,000

Deadline

May 20, 2026

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Receive up to $100,000 in co-investment funding and support of strategic partners to develop, test, validate and demonstrate connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Co-investment funding of up to $100,000 for the development, testing, validation, and demonstration of connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies, requiring a minimum 2:1 match from applicants/partners. Includes support from an OCI Business Development Manager.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium

Industries: automotive, mobility, transportation technology, intelligent transportation systems

Region: Ontario

Other Criteria: Fewer than 500 global, full-time employees, Applicants required to have operations and carry out projects in Ontario, One applicant and a minimum of one partner (partners can be SMEs, National/Multinational Enterprises, academic institutions (as clients only), municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, Crown Corporations, Transit Authorities), Projects should be at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3-9, Projects must demonstrate close collaboration, scalable outcomes, high potential for commercialization, strong commercial pull, competitive advantage, and alignment with program benefits

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Complete the client intake form
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🌐Application Portal: https://www.ovinhub.ca/programs/rd-partnership-fund/
📤Submission Method: online
📅Key Dates: September 9, 2025Open for Expressions of Interest (EOI)
October 8, 2025EOI Submission Deadline
October 14, 2025Invitation for Full Proposal
November 10, 2025Full Proposal Submission
January 21, 2026Decision Notification
🔄Intake Type: fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: Actual costs directly attributable to and necessary for the completion of the project
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: Meals and incidentals
Reimbursement for airfare purchased with personal frequent flyer points programs
Commuting costs between residence and place of employment
Passport and immigration fees
Costs related to proposal development
Costs not directly associated with meeting the deliverables and milestones as specified in the funding agreement
Expenses of a personal nature
Ongoing cost of production
Interest cost on capital leases
General working capital requirement
Costs related to staff awards and recognition
Bonuses, dividends, and cash incentives
Cost of merger and acquisition
Monthly parking fees
Meals and entertainment expenses, gifts, and alcoholic beverages
Expenses associated with lobbying or government relations activities
Tax expenses (including but not limited to sales taxes, tax filing, income taxes)
Allowance for interest on invested capital, bonds, debentures, bank, or other loans together with related bond discounts and finance charges
Infrastructure costs except IT related
Tangible capital costs such as, but not limited to, land, buildings, and vehicles
📏Expense Caps: Founder’s Salary: For a Start-up company, the maximum allowable compensation for a founder is $5,000 per month
💳Payment Model: reimbursement
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: Yes