The initial focus of the Centre will be on commercializing new technology discoveries related to the environment, natural resources and energy; health and related life sciences; and digital media.
Investment
Accelerator Fund
Providing eligible technology-based
start-ups with up to $500K in seed investment. More...
Commercialization Programs
The OCE Commercialization program addresses the "innovation gap" between valuable research results and the new, marketable products and services that drive economic growth. It consists of four initiatives:
Market
Readiness: Prepares entrepreneurs and their technologies for the market by investing in a range of activities, including market analysis, technology validation and business plan development.
Centre for Commercialization of Research : Helps technology-based companies build the capacity to raise follow-on financing, secure a solid market position, and grow into sustainable global competitors.
Investment Accelerator Fund: The Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) helps high potential Ontario technology companies by providing early stage investment of up to $500K.