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Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)

THE SHORT ANSWER

Repayable contributions to help established Northern Ontario businesses accelerate growth, adopt innovative technologies, enter new markets, and improve productivity. Well-suited to technology adoption and digital transformation projects.

Max funding$500,000
CoverageUp to 50% of eligible costs (repayable contribution)
DeadlineContinuous Intake — limited budget
Last verifiedJuly 10, 2026

Who can apply

LocationNorthern Ontario
Business typeIncorporated SMEs; Indigenous (First Nation, Metis, Inuit) businesses
Not eligibleRetail/service businesses; applicants with fewer than 2 years of operations
RequirementsDemonstrated financial & managerial capacity; contribute at least 50% of remaining eligible costs; contact FedNor before applying (limited budget).

Eligibility is guidance only — always confirm directly with FedNor (REGI) before planning around this program. Never assume you qualify based on this summary alone.

Frequently asked

What is the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)?

Repayable contributions to help established Northern Ontario businesses accelerate growth, adopt innovative technologies, enter new markets, and improve productivity. Well-suited to technology adoption and digital transformation projects.

Who can apply for the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)?

Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) is open to Incorporated SMEs; Indigenous (First Nation, Metis, Inuit) businesses in Northern Ontario. Not eligible: Retail/service businesses; applicants with fewer than 2 years of operations. Confirm your specific eligibility directly with FedNor (REGI) before applying.

How much funding does the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) provide?

The Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) can provide up to $500,000. Coverage: Up to 50% of eligible costs (repayable contribution). Current funding availability and your specific entitlement must be confirmed with FedNor (REGI) — amounts depend on program budget and individual circumstances.

How do I apply for the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)?

Demonstrated financial & managerial capacity; contribute at least 50% of remaining eligible costs; contact FedNor before applying (limited budget). Visit the official program page for the full application process. Deadline: Continuous Intake — limited budget.

This page summarizes publicly available program information verified against official sources. All amounts, deadlines, and eligibility details must be confirmed with the program administrator before applying.

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