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Browse Open ProgramsHelps technology start-ups in southern Ontario pay for costs to commercialize their innovations. Provides a $50,000 convertible note to support growth.
Equity financing in the form of a $50,000 Nventure convertible note with a 36-month term and 30% discount. Funds are generally for commercialization of innovation, funding key milestones on the path to market, with restrictions on ineligible uses.
Business Size: small
Industries: technology, agri-food, biotech, medtech, cleantech, advanced manufacturing, deeptech, hardtech, AI, ML
Region: Southern Ontario
Other Criteria: Registered for-profit incorporated business, Formed on or after January 1, 2020, Preferred Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6-9 (prototype to early commercialization), Investment ready and able to pass industry-standard due diligence processes, Original IP/core competitive advantage, Diverse and experienced teams capable of delivering commercialization outcomes, Normally raised less than $500,000 in previous capital, High potential for scale-up and sustainability, Innovative companies
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This program is available to small businesses in technology, agri-food, biotech industries located in Southern Ontario.
This program offers funding up to $50,000 (minimum $50,000).
The application deadline is March 31, 2025.
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