This program supports the collaboration between Academia and Industry to solve an industry-based problem and drive the commercialization of Intellectual Property [IP]. The institution will leverage the unique skills and specialized infrastructure that is instrumental to streamline internal innovations and commercialization needs. Resulting in targeted training of individuals and direct engagement with Industry to work on commercially viable solutions.

Collaborate to Commercialize (C2C) Program calls for proposals, Life Sciences and Healthcare Technologies

OCI is currently accepting proposals for projects focused on accelerating the development and commercialization of life sciences and health technologies.

The deadline for all applications is November, 21 at 2 pm.

Best suited for:

Research Partner: 

• Principal investigator at Ontario publicly funded university/research hospital, or applied research officer at Ontario publicly funded college 

Industry Partner: 

• For-profit company  
• Incorporated in Ontario for a minimum of two years, and five full-time equivalent (FTE) employees in Ontario 
• Operations and/or R&D in Ontario with capacity to commercialize results of the project 

Project: 

• Utilizes unique skills/resources of post-secondary institution to meet industry innovation and commercialization needs 

Reference documents:

• Sample application form (for reference purposes only. Applications are only accepted through OCI’s online system where full application requirements are listed.
• Eligible Expenses Guidelines
• Funding Agreement

Upcoming Virtual Information Sessions:

Join us for a virtual webinar hosted by the OCI team to learn more about the C2C program. This session will cover program details, eligibility, and highlight success stories, while also providing an opportunity for attendees to ask questions. To get started, please register for one of the sessions below.

2024 Information Sessions

2025 Information Sessions