Strategic Partnerships OCI is a non-profit that accelerates commercialization of Made-in-Ontario technologies and operates as a pan-provincial collaboration platform with strong ties to industry, academia, and government. This presents sales opportunities to position partners for joint funding programs, co-development initiatives, and industry-specific pilots.

Funding Leverage With substantial funding and a revenue range of tens of millions, OCI often participates in or administers programs like Ready 4 Market and Collaborate 2 Commercialize. Potential sales targets include program participation, grant-ready solutions, and advisory services to help portfolio companies secure funding.

Innovation Ecosystem OCI actively engages with universities, colleges, research hospitals, and regional partners (WEtech Alliance, OVIN, ventureLAB, Humber, NORCAT, COUs). Opportunities exist to offer technology validation, pilot infrastructure, MM/PM services, and market readiness support for startups and SMEs in Ontario.

Tech and Training OCI emphasizes hands-on training and skills development for talent. Sales opportunities include upskilling programs, competency-based training platforms, and customized workshops for client teams to accelerate commercialization and technology adoption.

Impact and Scale OCI’s mission to maximize commercial impact and support MADE-in-Ontario technologies signals a buyer need for scalable commercialization solutions, market access support, and strategic advisory services tailored to companies aiming to expand domestically and globally.