Technology Access Program (TAP)
The Technology Access Program provides Ontario SMEs with no cost access to the CIT Technology
Development Sites (TDSs) to support the development and commercialization of Ontario made products and services that integrate/adopt Critical Technologies (5G and advanced networks, AI, blockchain, robotics, quantum, cybersecurity) related to four key sectors: Advanced Manufacturing, Agri-Food, Construction and Mining. At these sites SMEs can develop, test, validate and showcase their products and services, helping disruptive innovations hit the market faster.
Offered by Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) and Critical Industries Technologies
Amount
No fixed amount
Quick eligibility check
Who can apply
Applicants must;
- Be a small- and medium- sized enterprise (SME) with fewer than 500 global full-time employees.
- Have registered operations (R&D, manufacturing, product management, etc.) in Ontario
and a valid CRA business number.
- Has the intent and potential to apply, exploit and/or commercialize the results of the
project for the economic benefit of Ontario.
- Has the necessary expertise and resources to put the project into effect within an
appropriate time frame.
- Be In good financial and reporting standing with OCI.
- Adoption of critical technologies is part of their long-term product roadmap
Similar programs
| Program | Type | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AgriScience Program – Projects | Grant, In-Kind Support | Up to $5 million per project and $10 million per applicant over the program's duration (2023 to 2028) | Open |
| FinDev Technical Assistance and advisory | Grant, In-Kind Support | No fixed amount | Open |
