Helping to grow the southern Ontario economy
We are proud to share some of the game-changing projects we are supporting. Our programming is meeting the needs of innovators, companies and job creators that are ready to scale up and invest in leading-edge technology, resulting in a range of projects that contribute to a stronger and more dynamic innovation ecosystem. These important investments will drive innovation and growth in the region, create and maintain highly skilled jobs and improve southern Ontario's competitiveness on the global stage for years to come.
Latest stories
Soaring: FNTI’s aviation program is growing to meet demand
With a wholistic approach to education rooted in Indigenous knowledge systems, FNTI is committed to student success.
The Road Ahead: How Miovision is shaping the future of urban mobility
What began as an idea to use raw data to tackle congestion has grown into a company with solutions deployed in more than 68 countries, proving what’s possible when Canadian innovation receives the right support at the right time.
Featured stories
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With a wholistic approach to education rooted in Indigenous knowledge systems, FNTI is committed to student success. |
Aerospace Inclusive growth Community economic development |
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The Road Ahead: How Miovision is shaping the future of urban mobility What began as an idea to use raw data to tackle congestion has grown into a company with solutions deployed in more than 68 countries, proving what’s possible when Canadian innovation receives the right support at the right time. |
Innovation ecosystems Research and Development Digitial technologies/Cybersecurity |
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Sonya Shorey: Building an economy for everyone through leadership and vision Meet the driving force behind Invest Ottawa’s commitment to advancing equity and inclusion. |
Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Inclusive growth Community economic development
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Black entrepreneurs Tamara Shelly, of Classic Juice Co., and Hiruy “Mez” Girmay, of 13 Suns Ethiopian Café & Eatery, are confidently contributing to Canada’s vibrant food landscape. |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Agri-food/Food science
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Transit Design Group is lighting the way to an energy-efficient and sustainable future TDG is helping organizations reduce energy consumption and improve environmental performance across multiple sectors. |
Clean technology Innovation ecosystems Support for businesses and entrepreneurs
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Seeing the future clearly: How KA Imaging is revolutionizing x-ray technology With much of the medical world still reliant on decades-old X-ray systems, a team of University of Waterloo researchers saw an opportunity to innovate and change the way the world sees medical imaging. |
Innovation ecosystems Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Research and Development |
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Driving innovation: APMA’s project Arrow paves the way for Canada’s automotive future As a cornerstone of Canada’s automotive sector since 1952, the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA) has long championed innovation, collaboration, and competitiveness. |
Manufacturing Research and Development Innovation ecosystems |
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Canada’s small business landscape has transformed dramatically, moving well beyond the traditional image of mom-and-pop shops. Today’s SMEs are diverse, digitally empowered, and globally engaged. |
Innovation ecosystems Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Digitial technologies/Cybersecurity |
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Precision, progress and purpose: A. Berger’s expansion fuels Canada’s advanced manufacturing future Rooted in precision and innovation, A. Berger strengthening domestic supply chains, creating skilled jobs and positioning Canada as a leader in next-generation manufacturing. |
Manufacturing Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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From family recipe to national favourite: Cedar Valley chips away at success Cedar Valley, a thriving Canadian food manufacturer, has flourished by combining its cherished family recipes with strong entrepreneurial spirit. |
Manufacturing Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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Forging a future-ready Canada through innovation and resilience Maidstone, Ontario’s Laval Tool & Mould is a symbol of precision, craftsmanship, and innovation |
Manufacturing Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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Supporting organizations and initiatives that empower southern Ontario communities Helping local businesses position themselves for future growth |
Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Inclusive growth Community economic development |
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From AI innovations to market-ready solutions Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform how we work and live, and businesses in Canada are using AI technologies to fuel economic growth and create job opportunities across all facets of the Canadian economy |
Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Research and development |
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Supporting innovation in homebuilding and construction Supporting investments that help build more homes, faster is vital to addressing the current demand for affordable and sustainable housing. Grand River Modular's tiny home design could have a big impact on Canada's housing supply. |
Manufacturing Innovation ecosystems Inclusive growth |
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Turning dreams into reality: A spotlight on southern Ontario's women entrepreneurs FedDev Ontario is a champion and supporter of women entrepreneurs from across southern Ontario, and the following four women-led companies are an example of the incredible entrepreneurial diversity of the region. |
Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Clean technology |
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Celebrating southern Ontario's SMEs!
At FedDev Ontario, we make it our business every day to support the efforts of SMEs in southern Ontario by providing both national and regionally-tailored programs and services and by investing in businesses—and people—with potential. |
Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Community Economic Development Tourism |
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Pride with a capital P
Pride celebrations in Ottawa are hosted by Capital Pride, a not-for-profit organization with a mission to celebrate, advocate, and connect people, respecting the full diversity of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. |
Inclusive Growth Tourism Community Economic Development |
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Elevating 2SLGBTQI+ businesses through the Rainbow Registered accreditation. |
Tourism Inclusive Growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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Organizations across southern Ontario are contributing ground–breaking ideas that will establish a more innovative and inclusive economy for everyone. |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Research and development |
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Celebrating 40 years of bridging the gap For 40 years, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) has been a pioneer for bridging the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses. |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Research and development |
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Meet Trina Mather-Simard CEO of Mādahòkì Farms We're celebrating the incredible talent and achievement of women entrepreneurs in southern Ontario |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs Tourism |
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Supporting aspiring Black entrepreneurs and businesses Black community organizations that inspire entrepreneurship, innovation and business growth |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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Supporting the growth and success of Indigenous small businesses Two Indigenous companies are finding solutions for today's small business challenges |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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Community Futures Development Corporations – Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
Supporting local businesses in rural southern Ontario |
Inclusive growth Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |
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From local classrooms to Canadian grocers – Terra Cotta Foods Ltd. continues to feed growth |
Agri-food/Food science Clean technology Manufacturing |
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Thinking outside the box |
Clean technology Inclusive growth Manufacturing |
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New hardware incubator and lab opens in York Region |
Digitial technologies/Cybersecurity Innovation ecosystems Support for businesses and entrepreneurs |