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The SWODF funds businesses, municipalities, and not-for-profit organizations to promote economic development in Southwestern Ontario. The program offers up to 15% funding to a maximum of $5M, interest-free during the project period (up to 4 years). Eligible businesses must employ at least 10 people (or 5 if in rural Ontario) and commit to creating at least 5 jobs (or a 30% increase for companies with fewer than 15 employees).
Up to 15% funding to a maximum of $5 million for economic development projects in Southwestern Ontario, provided interest-free during the project period.
Business Size: small, medium, large
Region: Southwestern Ontario
Other Criteria: businesses, municipalities, and not-for-profit organizations, employ at least 10 people (or 5 if in rural Ontario), commit to creating at least 5 jobs (or a 30% increase for companies with fewer than 15 employees), provide 3 years of operations/financial statements, invest at least $500,000 in the project (or $200,000 in rural areas)
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This program is available to small, medium, large businesses located in Southwestern Ontario.
This program offers funding up to $5,000,000.
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