The Rural Eastern Ontario Innovation Initiative (REOII) is closed.
The Rural Eastern Ontario Innovation Initiative (REOII) funding was allocated to innovative projects from businesses and organizations located in the Prescott and Russell area that would:
- increase the number of high-growth businesses;
- strengthen key clusters and build on areas of regional innovation strength;
- increase the commercialization of new and innovative technologies, products or processes;
- create and maintain highly skilled jobs;
- increase the value of exports;
- promote inclusive growth and participation of traditionally under-represented groups such as women, Indigenous and young entrepreneurs;
- strengthen opportunities and networks to drive growth, and support the attraction and retention of businesses and talent to the Prescott and Russell region.