Ontario Creates — IP Fund: Interactive Content Stream
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Eligibility & Details
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Program Description
Supports Ontario companies developing original video games and XR content through pre-production and production grants covering up to 50% of eligible Ontario expenses.
Eligibility Requirements
- Canadian-owned and controlled company
- Incorporated in Ontario or federally and registered in Ontario — or, if not incorporated at time of application, prepared to incorporate immediately if successful
- Private sector, for-profit
- Ontario-based with a principal place of business in Ontario
- In sound financial position and in good standing with Ontario Creates
- Develops video games and/or XR content as its primary activity
- At least one owner or full-time permanent employee at a senior level with a minimum of three years of professional video game/XR industry experience
- Existing companies: at least 50% of revenues and/or expenditures from the past two years associated with video game/XR development
- New companies (under one year, no released title): must be majority-owned (51% minimum) by Ontario residents
- Emerging companies and career-changers who do not meet these requirements are directed to the Futures Forward Workshop Program instead
Quick Assessment
Funding Details
- Amount
- Up to 50% of eligible Ontario expenses. Pre-Production: $15,000–$50,000. Production: $50,000 minimum; maximum $250,000–$500,000 depending on applicant track record.
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 50% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- September 14, 2026 – 5:00 PM ET (the first 2026-27 deadline, April 13, 2026, has passed).
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Insider TipApply through the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal and match your requested phase and amount to your track record.
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Deadline Notes
September 14, 2026 – 5:00 PM ET (the earlier April 13, 2026 deadline has passed).
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