Sudbury has transitioned into a global leader in the clean energy transition. With the federal and provincial governments investing billions to secure the “made-in-Ontario” battery supply chain, Sudbury businesses have unprecedented access to capital for innovation, scaling, and processing infrastructure.
Critical Minerals Processing Fund (CMPF)
Launched as part of the Ontario government’s plan to protect economic security, the $500 million CMPF is the primary vehicle for Sudbury firms involved in refining and processing. We help you secure strategic financial support for projects that strengthen domestic supply chains. Whether you are building a new chemical processing facility or upgrading an existing refinery to handle battery-grade materials, we ensure your application meets the strategic importance criteria.
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
The NOHFC remains the most powerful tool for Sudbury’s SMEs. The Invest North Program provides conditional grants and repayable loans for up to 50% of eligible project costs (max $1M). We specialize in the Innovation and Expansion streams, helping you fund everything from new building construction to the integration of AI-driven ore sorting technology. We navigate the northern lens to ensure your job-creation targets translate into maximum non-repayable cash.
FedNor: Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII)
With Sudbury’s mines reaching 85% automation, FedNor’s RAII is essential for local tech firms. This program supports the adoption and commercialization of AI in mining supply and services. We help you secure funding to accelerate the development of predictive maintenance algorithms or remotely operated vehicle systems, covering up to 100% of eligible costs for specialized technical projects that keep Sudbury at the forefront of global mining tech.
First and Last Mile Fund
Announced in the federal budget, this $1.5 billion fund begins its first major intake in 2026. It is designed to bridge infrastructure gaps from the mine site to midstream processing. We help Sudbury-based junior miners and infrastructure providers secure capital for shovel-ready projects, including road upgrades, grid connections, and utility corridors, particularly those involving Indigenous leadership and participation.
