Partnering with universities, colleges, or health institutions through this program can be a game-changer for your business. Gain access to expert knowledge from leading researchers and professionals, and utilize advanced facilities like state-of-the-art labs and equipment. This collaboration will help you solve complex problems efficiently and improve your business processes and performance.

What's in it for you? Imagine having top-notch expertise and resources at your fingertips without the hefty price tag. This isn't just about funding; it's about leveraging world-class facilities and knowledge to propel your business forward. Whether you need to build proofs-of-concept, validate your ideas, or enhance your operations, this program offers invaluable support.

The best part? It's open to all sectors in North York, with no minimum or maximum employee or revenue requirements. This makes it easier for you to qualify and start benefiting from these incredible resources right away.

Grant: This program offers non-repayable grants, meaning you won't have to pay back the funds provided you comply with the terms and conditions.

Eligible Expenses: The grant can be used for costs associated with forming partnerships with universities, colleges, or health institutions. This includes expenses related to research, development of proofs-of-concept, process improvements, and performance validations.

Use of Funds: The funds must be specifically directed towards activities that support collaboration with academic or health institutions to enhance your business capabilities and innovations. It cannot be used for general business expenses, such as payroll, unrelated marketing, or non-project specific activities.

Fees: There are no application or processing fees associated with this grant, reducing the financial burden on your business and maximizing the benefit you receive from the funding.

• Location: Business must be located within the region served by the university, college, or health institution.
• Partnership Requirement: Must form a partnership with a university, college, or health institution.
• Purpose of Partnership: Partnership should aim to solve complex problems, build proofs-of-concept, improve processes and performance, or validate products/services.
• Business Type: Open to businesses across various industries.
• Eligibility Confirmation: Business must meet the basic requirements of the program.

Disqualifications:

• No Partnership: Businesses that do not form a partnership with a university, college, or health institution are not eligible.

Partner with universities, colleges, or health institutions to access top-notch expertise and facilities. This program is designed to help your business tackle complex problems, build proofs-of-concept, and improve processes.

Benefits include:

• Expert Knowledge: Gain insights from leading researchers and professionals.
• Advanced Facilities: Use state-of-the-art labs and equipment.
• Problem Solving: Address and solve complex issues efficiently.
• Process Improvement: Enhance your business operations and performance.

There’s no set funding amount, but the value lies in the resources and expertise you’ll have at your disposal. This opportunity is available in North York and open to all sectors. No minimum or maximum employee or revenue requirements.