NEW GRANT FOR BUSINESSES!

Innovation Initiatives Northern Ontario (IION) has recently received funding through FedNor to create the Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program.   Here is a link to the news release on the funding and here is a link to the Program website.

This program can provide up to $5000 to a business to assist in the following areas:

1.  Sales & Marketing
2.  Product Development
3.  Business Enhancement

The funding can assist in many sectors - not just technology and IION is aiming for a 30 day turn-around time for applications.  Funds must be used within 6 months of approval.

Examples for use of the funds include:
- an international marketing strategy
- trade show costs
- feasibility studies
- process reviews
- see this link for more details


How do I get started?

Contact the staff at IION by calling 705-474-3450 extension 4075, or email at info@iion.ca today! 

Who is IION?

Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (iiON) is a Regional Innovation Centre (RIC) located in North Bay at Nipissing University /Canadore College. The location leverages synergies with the existing expertise at both Nipissing University and Canadore College campuses. iiON is leading a local/regional resource alliance serving clients within the Ontario Network of Excellence (ONE).