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Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)Active

NOHFC Invest North — Innovation

THE SHORT ANSWER

Supports research, development, and commercialization of new technologies in Northern Ontario — technical labour, prototyping, testing and certification, IP protection, and commercialization-tied marketing. Apply alone or partnered with an academic or research institution.

Max funding$2,000,000
CoverageUp to 50% of eligible costs (R&D to $500K; combined R&D/demo/commercialization to $2M)
DeadlineContinuous Intake
Last verifiedJuly 10, 2026

Who can apply

LocationNorthern Ontario (confirm eligible boundaries)
Business typePrivate-sector businesses; academic/research partnerships eligible
Not eligibleInternal-efficiency-only projects; land purchases; working capital
RequirementsPrivate-sector entity must be the lead applicant; total government funding cannot exceed 75% of eligible costs.

Eligibility is guidance only — always confirm directly with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) before planning around this program. Never assume you qualify based on this summary alone.

Frequently asked

What is the NOHFC Invest North — Innovation?

Supports research, development, and commercialization of new technologies in Northern Ontario — technical labour, prototyping, testing and certification, IP protection, and commercialization-tied marketing. Apply alone or partnered with an academic or research institution.

Who can apply for the NOHFC Invest North — Innovation?

NOHFC Invest North — Innovation is open to Private-sector businesses; academic/research partnerships eligible in Northern Ontario (confirm eligible boundaries). Not eligible: Internal-efficiency-only projects; land purchases; working capital. Confirm your specific eligibility directly with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) before applying.

How much funding does the NOHFC Invest North — Innovation provide?

The NOHFC Invest North — Innovation can provide up to $2,000,000. Coverage: Up to 50% of eligible costs (R&D to $500K; combined R&D/demo/commercialization to $2M). Current funding availability and your specific entitlement must be confirmed with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) — amounts depend on program budget and individual circumstances.

How do I apply for the NOHFC Invest North — Innovation?

Private-sector entity must be the lead applicant; total government funding cannot exceed 75% of eligible costs. Visit the official program page for the full application process. Deadline: Continuous Intake.

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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