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Browse Open ProgramsHelps rural Ontario businesses and organizations pay for projects that boost job growth and attract investment. Covers up to half the project costs, up to $150,000.
Cost-share funding of up to 50% of eligible non-capital project costs, to a maximum of $150,000, to support rural communities in attracting and retaining jobs and investment, and enhancing economic growth.
Region: rural Ontario
Demographics: Indigenous communities
Other Criteria: municipality, not-for-profit entity (incorporated and in good standing as per Income Tax Act or similar provincial/territorial act), Ontario Indigenous community or organization, Local Services Board, project takes place in and benefits rural Ontario, comply with all legal requirements, not a business, not an individual, not a research institution or organization whose core business or primary activity is research and development (e.g., universities and colleges)
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This program offers funding up to $150,000 (minimum $10,000).
The application deadline is October 1, 2026.
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