In recent years, Peterborough has transitioned from a traditional manufacturing hub into a premier center for the “Knowledge Economy.” Driven by the Cleantech Commons and the region’s critical role in Canada’s Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and medical isotope supply chains, the city is attracting a new wave of high-tech investment. We align your growth strategy with the provincial and federal mandates that reward technical novelty, green-energy transitions, and aerospace excellence.
NRCan & Nuclear Innovation Grants
As Peterborough remains a cornerstone of Canada’s nuclear supply chain, this year sees expanded funding for SMR (Small Modular Reactor) components and medical isotope research. We specialize in navigating Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) streams that provide multi-million dollar support for technical innovation. We help you build the case for how your precision manufacturing or engineering services support Canada’s net-zero energy goals and sovereign nuclear capacity.
Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF)
EODF remains the primary tool for Peterborough’s “maker” sector. We target this fund for large-scale equipment purchases and facility expansions in the city’s industrial parks. We focus on the high-value job creation benchmarks required to secure up to 15% of project costs as a non-repayable grant or interest-free loan, specifically for firms bridging the gap between traditional fabrication and high-tech production.
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Leveraging the agricultural expertise of Trent University, SCAP is essential for Peterborough’s growing agri-tech and food processing sector. We target the Agri-Innovation and Market Development streams to help you fund up to 50% of projects related to automated processing, food safety, and sustainable packaging. We ensure your application highlights how your innovations strengthen the regional food supply chain and carbon reduction targets.
SR&ED Tax Credit (The Knowledge Economy Foundation)
For Peterborough firms engaged in technical R&D, whether at the Cleantech Commons or within the Peterborough Regional Airport aerospace cluster, the SR&ED tax credit is your most reliable source of cash flow. We help you recover up to 35% of expenditures by translating your technical trials into the systematic investigations recognized by the CRA. We ensure your claims reflect the latest software and green-tech eligibility criteria to turn R&D risk into a predictable asset.
