Regional Development Program

Learn how we’re helping to create opportunities for businesses and communities in regions across the province.

The Regional Development Program takes a coordinated approach to supporting business growth in eastern and southwestern Ontario. The program supports eligible small- and medium-sized businesses investing in new equipment and training to expand operations in these regions, and also provides support to municipalities and economic development organizations investing in economic development projects. Eligible applicants may receive financial support and advisory services to help navigate other government programs, such as guidance on compliance approvals, assistance with skills and talent. Eligible businesses and organizations applying to these funds may also get access to a broad range of complementary services and supports. Please note that the proposed project should not be eligible for funding under other provincial programs.

The Regional Development Program takes a coordinated approach to supporting business growth in eastern and southwestern Ontario. The program supports eligible small- and medium-sized businesses investing in new equipment and training to expand operations in these regions, and also provides support to municipalities and economic development organizations investing in economic development projects. Eligible applicants may receive financial support and advisory services to help navigate other government programs, such as guidance on compliance approvals, assistance with skills and talent.

The services below are grant-eligible: CanExport and EDC reimburse up to 50% for incorporated Canadian exporters.