Ontario Technology Grants
Access Ontario’s leading technology funding programs with expert guidance from an OCI-Approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC).
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Ontario Centre of Innovation Offers:
Up to $15,000:
Digital Modernization
and Adoption Program (DMAP)
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Our DMAP Approval Rate
Funding Support:
Cost-shared funding to develop a digital adoption roadmap
Who It’s For:
Ontario-based SMEs with growth potential and innovation goals
Focus Areas:
AI integration, automation, data analytics, and process improvement
Expert Guidance:
Work with an OCI-approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC)
Outcome:
A clear, actionable technology plan aligned with business objectives
Risk Reduction:
Validate investments before committing to implementation
Growth Enablement:
Identify opportunities to scale operations and improve efficiency
Next Step Ready:
Use your plan to unlock additional funding and implementation support
Up to $100,000:
Technology
Demonstration Project (TDP)
Funding Support:
Funding for collaborative R&D and technology development
Who It’s For:
Ontario companies partnering with academic or research institutions
Focus Areas:
Advanced technologies, product development, and commercialization
Collaboration Model:
Work with universities, colleges, or research organizations
Outcome:
Development of innovative products, processes, or services
Cost Sharing:
OCI contributes up to 50% of total project expenses
Commercialization Path:
Move innovations closer to market readiness
Strategic Advantage:
Access to specialized expertise, facilities, and research capabilities
How to access BOTH grants >>
Complete a DMAP
Connect with New Motto (an OCI-Approved DAC), to coordinate with OCI and open a DMAP application.
Apply Online
New Motto will work with you to complete all required elements for an approvable DMAP. We’ll guide on how to submit this through OCI’s online application platform.
When DMAP is Approved, Apply for TDP
With a solid technology adoption plan ready, New Motto will guide your process to request further grant funding to IMPLEMENT your investment, up to $100,000.
Is this right for you?
DMAP is perfect for you, if:
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You would like to identify gaps in your business workflows
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You’re planning for technolgoy investment, and would like help finding the optimal solutions
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You would like a professionally-built implementation roadmap, with detailed timelines & budgets to launch your technologies
- You would like to save 50% of the cost of a professional plan
Technology Funding
for Ontario Businesses
DMAP – Technology Planning Grant
At New Motto, we help businesses take full advantage of the Ontario Centre of Innovation’s Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP). We guide them through every step of the process—from eligibility assessment to final roadmap delivery. As an OCI-approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC), our role is to ensure your plan is not only approved, but also practical, strategic, and built for real-world execution.
What You Can Expect
- Clear eligibility assessment and application support
- Structured workshops to uncover opportunities and gaps
- Executive-ready digital adoption roadmap
- Prioritized initiatives with timelines and ROI focus
- Alignment with future funding and implementation phases
- Hands-on support from experienced digital and AI advisors
Technology Demonstration Program – TDP Grant
The OCI Technology Demonstration Program (TDP) helps Ontario businesses move from planning to implementation by funding the adoption of proven digital technologies identified in their DMAP. At New Motto, we support clients in structuring strong applications, aligning with the right technology vendors, and ensuring projects are positioned for approval and impact.
Minimum Requirements:
- Ontario-based, for-profit SME (1–499 employees)
- Minimum $500K in annual revenue (in 1 of last 3 years)
- Completed an approved DMAP project
- Ability to invest matching funds (1:1 cost share)
- Partnership with a qualified digital technology vendor
Program Highlights:
- Up to $100,000 in reimbursement funding (50% of project costs)
- Focus on implementation of commercialized digital technologies
- Supports automation, efficiency, and scalability improvements
- Enables faster commercialization and market readiness
Transparency First
Why Ontario Businesses Trust New Motto Digital Advisors and Consultants
New Motto abides by the Ontario Centre of Innovation policy that all Digital Adoption Consultants must observe. We make our technology recommendations with a high level of ethical integrity. We have a tested and true process to identify technology gaps. This helps us recommend optimal-fit solutions and work within our client’s available budget. We are also brand-neutral. We do not receive any financial benefit from technology solution providers associated with OCI-funded projects. Businesses appreciate that we can often help them fund projects to work with their existing technology partners, when there is a track record of shared success.
Ready to explore a collaboration with New Motto?
Book a free consultation to see tell us your goals, or start a Live Chat to get your questions answered right away.
Disclaimer:
New Motto is not affiliated with the Government of Canada, nor are we a government agency.