Administered by Government of Ontario · Last verified: July 2026
A Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation program that helps existing Northern Ontario businesses expand. Funding can be a conditional contribution of up to 20% of eligible costs to a maximum of $400,000, that same contribution plus a loan, or a loan of up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $1,000,000. Applications are reviewed in competitive rounds with quarterly deadlines. Retail, consumer service, accommodation, and food service businesses are generally not eligible.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
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Check my eligibilityNOHFC Invest North - Grow is generally open to incorporated, self-employed, partnership businesses, in Ontario, in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, Agriculture, Creative & Media, Professional Services, Other. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $400,000 contribution or up to $1,000,000 loan. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Confirm your location with NOHFC's regional eligibility checker 2. Contact a Northern Development Advisor 3. Submit a detailed business plan before the next quarterly round deadline (Apr 30, Jul 31, Oct 31, or Jan 31) 4. Apply through the NOHFC online portal
50% of costs up to $12,500, plus up to $2,500 for accessibility upgrades and bonuses for multi-unit properties
GRANT50% of costs up to a $20,000 base grant, plus up to $4,000 for accessibility upgrades and more for multi-unit properties
GRANTUp to $200,000 (up to 50% of eligible costs)