Cambridge is where the world’s most advanced engineering meets high-volume production. We align your project with the specific provincial and federal mandates that reward precision, process innovation, and supply chain excellence.
Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (O-AMP)
For Cambridge’s vast network of Tier-1 and Tier-2 automotive suppliers, O-AMP is a critical tool for maintaining global competitiveness. This provincial program provides up to $150,000 to fund the adoption of lean manufacturing technologies, such as ERP systems and automated production tracking. We specialize in demonstrating how these upgrades shorten your design cycles and improve process efficiency, helping you meet the high-precision standards required by major OEMs like Toyota.
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF)
Operating in Cambridge’s premier industrial zones like the Boxwood or Maple Grove business parks requires significant capital for growth. SWODF is the primary regional vehicle for facility expansions and multi-million dollar equipment purchases, offering interest-free loans and potential grant conversions of up to 15% of project costs. We position your expansion as a strategic investment in the region’s economic health, ensuring your application meets the rigorous job creation and capital investment benchmarks required for approval.
SR&ED Tax Credit for Engineering & Nuclear
Cambridge is a global leader in high-stakes engineering, from nuclear components to aerospace systems. The Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit is the financial engine for this R&D, allowing Canadian-controlled private corporations to recover up to 35% of qualified expenditures. We translate your complex engineering challenges such as mechatronics prototyping or nuclear safety innovations into the “technological uncertainties” required by the CRA, maximizing your return on technical labour and materials.
FedDev Ontario: Business Scale-Up & Productivity
When your Cambridge facility is ready to meet international demand, FedDev Ontario provides the heavy-duty scaling capital needed to expand your global footprint. This program offers no-interest, repayable contributions starting at $125,000 for projects that significantly increase production capacity or adopt first-of-their-kind technologies. We focus your application on productivity and export potential, building a robust case for federal investment in your company’s long-term growth and market diversification.
