Regional Tariff Response Initiative (FedNor)

Government of Canada, Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario

Overview

Funding for SMEs to tackle trade tariff challenges and strengthen their competitive edge.

At a glance

Categoriesgrant
StatusAccepting applications
RegionON
Sectorsgeneral

Eligibility and requirements

Money Funding will be based on the minimum amount required to carry out the project. Non-Repayable Contributions to a maximum of $1 million: Eligible for reimbursement up to 50% towards eligible costs Repayable Contributions over $1 million: Eligible for reimbursement up to 75% of eligible costs  Terms of repayment will be determined during the development of the contribution agreement Eligibility Incorporated small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and Indigenous businesses (First Nations/Métis/Inuit) that meet the following criteria: Located and operating in Northern Ontario Employ at least 5 full-time staff Have been viable for at least three consecutive years Generate at least 25% of their revenue from markets affected by trade tariffs or be able to demonstrate negative impacts resulting from those tariffs Use this to Boost productivity and reduce costs Build more resilient supply chains Reach new markets

How Mona Studio helps business owners use this program

Regional Tariff Response Initiative (FedNor) is one of many Canadian funding options listed in our grant finder. Mona Studio helps general teams translate program requirements into a practical workflow or AI adoption scope for leadership review, grant writers, and lenders. We summarize eligibility and funding here for discovery — confirm all details on the official program website before applying.

Official program website

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