Applicants interested in applying for the Skills Development Fund Training Stream (SDF TS) are to review the SDF TS Application Guide and Applicant Support Guide. The Application Guide provides background information on SDF TS objectives, focus, eligibility requirements, eligible expenses and performance measurement. The Applicant Support Guide provides step-by-step instructions for completing the application in TPON-SP Connect.
The objective of the Regional Development Program – Eastern Ontario Development Fund and Southwestern Ontario Development Fund is to provide financial assistance and incentives to support Eastern and Southwestern Ontario by helping municipalities, Indigenous Communities, economic development agencies, sector associations, and consortia.
The Regional Development Program takes a coordinated approach to supporting business growth in eastern and southwestern Ontario. The program supports eligible small- and medium-sized businesses investing in new equipment and training to expand operations in these regions, and also provides support to municipalities and not-for-profit organizations investing in economic development projects.