Grants for March 2021

What is in Ontario 2021 budget for you?

Yesterday the Ontario government announces a new budget for the 2021 fiscal year (April 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022). As expected, lots of funding is allocated to healthcare and impacted families, but there is a place for provincial funding for businesses. Here are the major highlights.

  • Ontario Small Business Support Grant that provides up to $20K to the most adversely impacted businesses in Ontario is extended. The companies that have already received it may expect another contribution in spring, and they don’t need to apply again. New applicants are welcome.
  • Digital Main Street Program that helps businesses get online is extended.
  • Funding was promised to wineries, cideries and breweries impacted by the pandemic.
  • Regional Opportunities Investment Tax Credit that supports business expansion in Western, Eastern and Northern Ontario is doubled and will reimburse 20% of eligible expenses up to a maximum of $90K.
  • Funding for Northern Ontario Heritage Fund has been extended for two years. The new programs will help increase economic development and promote job creation in all regions of the North.

The question now is what will happen to the other provincial funding programs not listed above? The budget does not have a clear answer, but we can foresee the following.

Need help with applying for government funding programs and don’t know where to start?

Fill out Eligibility Check form at http://www.fgwinc.ca/eligibility to find out.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

If the pandemic adversely impacts your business, you’ve applied for all available assistance programs, but your business is still struggling financially, you may qualify for two programs:

  • Regional Relief and Recovery Fund – interest-free loan.
  • Highly Affected Sectors Credit Availability Program – 4% fixed loan, guaranteed by the government

Contact us to discuss further.

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Webinar: Building the Asset Performance Loop Supported by Government Funding

We would like to thank all of you for joining us at the “Building the Asset Performance Loop Supported by Government Funding” webinar. It was an absolute success and we hope you got a chance to join us live.

In case you missed it or would like to watch it again, we have a recording of the webinar available now.

Additionally, we have the presentation deck for your refence available here: Grants for APM implementation

The information is valid as of March 18, 2021.

Need help with government funding programs and don’t know where to start or how to prepare an application?

Fill out Eligibility Check form at http://www.fgwinc.ca/eligibility to find out.

CHECK ELIGIBILITY NOW

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Webinar: The Road to ERP Success Backed by Grant Funding

We would like to thank all of you for joining us at the “The Road to ERP Success Backed by Grant Funding” webinar. It was an absolute success and we hope you got a chance to join us live.

In case you missed it or would like to watch it again, we have a recording of the webinar available now.

Additionally, we have the presentation deck for your refence available here: The Road to ERP Software and Technology Grants

The information is valid as of March 9, 2021.

Need help with government funding programs and don’t know where to start or how to prepare an application?

Fill out Eligibility Check form at http://www.fgwinc.ca/eligibility to find out.

CHECK ELIGIBILITY NOW

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Canada-Ontario Job Grant may end on March 31st

As we are coming to the end of the government fiscal year 2020, I must inform you that the future of the Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG), a popular skills training incentive for businesses of all industries and sizes, is uncertain.

The program was first launched in fiscal 2014 and was supposed to end in fiscal 2019. However, due to pandemic and budget uncertainty, the program was automatically continued through fiscal 2020. As of today, there is no word from the government whether or not this program will be alive after April 1, 2021.

So, if you, your clients, partners or suppliers need to upgrade the skills of their employees, it is better to act immediately and submit the application. The program provides 50%-83% of the training expenses depending on the size of your business.

Do you have any other questions about Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG)? Simply reply to this email to ask your questions.

Need help with government funding programs and don’t know where to start?

Fill out Eligibility Check form at http://www.fgwinc.ca/eligibility to find out.

Stay up to date with our calendar of upcoming webinars in March

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You can claim as far as 4 years back with this funding program

A few weeks ago we released information about the customs duty drawback program that helps your business claim Canadian customs duties back if it qualifies. Today I wanted to highlight some nuances and answer the most popular questions about the program.

1. How far back can we claim the refund of the customs duties?

Answer: You can claim customs duties paid as far as 4 years ago if your business qualifies.

2. We paid CBSA when we imported goods to Canada. Why don’t we qualify?

Answer: When you import commercial goods to Canada you always pay GST – 5% of its cost (some exceptions apply). GST is a tax and not a customs duty. So if you import goods and pay no duty, there is nothing the government can refund back to you.

3. Is this program only for large multinationals moving containers of goods around?

Answer: No, the businesses of all sizes and industries anywhere in Canada can apply as long as they meet the program qualification criteria.

Do you have any other questions about the customs duty drawback program? or Need help with government funding programs and don’t know where to start or how to prepare an application?

Fill out Eligibility Check form at http://www.fgwinc.ca/eligibility to find out.

Stay up to date with our calendar of upcoming webinars in March

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Webinar: Leverage Grant Funding for Business Survival and Growth in 2021

We would like to thank all of you for joining us at the “Leverage Grant Funding for Business Survival and Growth in 2021” webinar. It was an absolute success and we hope you got a chance to join us live.

In case you missed it or would like to watch it again, we have a recording of the webinar available now.

Additionally, we have the presentation deck for your refence available here: Ontario Government Funding Update – February 2021

The information is valid as of February 25, 2021.

Need help with government funding programs and don’t know where to start or how to prepare an application?

Fill out Eligibility Check form at http://www.fgwinc.ca/eligibility to find out.

CHECK ELIGIBILITY NOW

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[Webinar Invitation] Building the Asset Performance Loop Supported by Government Funding

We would like to invite you to the upcoming webinar “Building the Asset Performance Loop Supported by Government Funding”.

Strategies and funding to integrate machines, IIOT, and software for efficiency and profitability.

Asset Performance Management (APM) is rapidly evolving to monitor and manage equipment to optimize their performance. It is a critical new frontier for companies seeking Industry 4.0 opportunities for production or services delivery. As a new technology it is filled with opportunity for major successes and failures.

As an independent consultant, Conscious Asset will offer a candid overview of APM strategy and planning steps you can take to maximize your returns. Fair Grant Writing will inform you about Federal and Provincial grant funding programs to support advanced industry technology implementations and training for key personnel.

Topics will include:

  • What is Asset Performance Management (APM)?
  • Benefits of APM
  • Components of an APM system;
  • Condition and Process monitoring, IIOT, AI
  • Setting up an APM system
  • The APM market landscape
  • Grant Funding for APM implementation

Date and Time: Thursday, Mar 18, 2021 12:00 PM EST

Seminar Speakers:

James Reyes-Picknell – President, Director & Principal Consultant at Conscious | Asset

Igor Chigrin – Business Funding Expert

 

Stay up to date with our calendar of upcoming webinars in March

FGW and Pemeco webinar: March 9, 12:00pm – “The Road to ERP Success Backed by Grant Funding”

Can’t Attend the Webinar?

Find out what government grants are available for your business now by filling out eligibility check form at https://www.fairgrantwriting.ca/eligibility.

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