Southwestern Ontario Development Fund
About this program
Provides financial support to businesses, municipalities and not-for-profit organizations for economic development projects in southwestern Ontario including business growth, productivity improvements, and innovation investments.
Eligibility
Businesses with 3+ years operations, 10+ employees (5+ in rural areas), and minimum $500K investment ($200K rural). Municipalities and non-profits for community economic development projects over $100K.
Source: official program page at ontario.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on September 17, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Southwestern Ontario Development Fund?
Businesses with 3+ years operations, 10+ employees (5+ in rural areas), and minimum $500K investment ($200K rural). Municipalities and non-profits for community economic development projects over $100K.
Is this program still open?
No, this program is currently closed to new applications. Many programs reopen annually; check the official program page or sign up for a reopening alert above.
How much funding is available?
Up to 15% of eligible project costs for businesses (max $5M loans, up to $1.5M grants); up to 50% for community projects (max $1.5M). See the official program page for full details.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through the official program page linked above. Ag Alerts is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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