Last verified: June 2026
A Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation program that helps entrepreneurs start a new business in Northern Ontario. It provides a conditional contribution covering up to 50% of eligible project costs to a maximum of $200,000 for things like equipment, leasehold improvements, and construction. The owner must work at the business full time and contribute at least 15% of eligible costs from their own resources. Retail, service, accommodation, food service, and wholesale businesses are not eligible.
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Check my eligibility50% of costs up to $12,500, plus up to $2,500 for AODA upgrades and bonuses for multi-unit properties
GRANT50% of costs up to a $20,000 base grant, plus up to $4,000 for AODA upgrades and more for multi-unit properties
GRANTUp to $400,000 contribution or up to $1,000,000 loan