Ontario Automotive Modernization Program

As an auto parts supplier, learn how you can receive support when you introduce new technology or lean manufacturing to your business. The program is now open for applications. See details below:

Program Overview:

• Covers up to $100,000 per project, on a 50% match basis
• Two Streams of Projects:
  1. Technology Adoption
     • Adopt advanced manufacturing hardware, software and/or training to improve processes and enhance competitiveness
  2. Lean Manufacturing
     • Industry projects to improve operational efficiency and competitiveness through the adoption of techniques related to Lean Manufacturing, and by procuring the services of a mentor/consultant to assist with Lean implementation

Program Eligibility:

• Must be in the automotive supply chain to OEM’s & at least 50% of your Company’s revenues must come from the automotive supply sector
• Companies must have less than 500 employees & less than $1 Billion in revenues globally
• Larger companies are eligible, but they must partner with at least one Ontario SME (as defined above)
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years financial statements
• Only expenses after O-AMP project approval, are eligible for reimbursement
• All detailed eligibility criteria can be found on the application portal

Application Details:

• Transfer Payment Ontario will serve as the application platform: http://www.grants.gov.on.ca/GrantsPortal/en/OntarioGrants/GrantOpportunities/PRDR019995
• The first intake period closes on October 18, 2019

Additional Information:

• Program overview
• Eligibility guidelines
• Applicant guide

You can also learn more and apply to the program today at https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-automotive-modernization-program.