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waterlooedc.ca
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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Government of Canada, Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
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Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Grants and advisory to grow in eastern Ontario
This program is available to small, medium, large businesses located in Southwestern Ontario.
This program offers funding up to $5,000,000.
The application deadline is September 23, 2026.
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