Venture Niagara

10/16/2026

Tomorrow, Saturday October 17, is the big day for the Niagara Children’s Business Fair. Looking forward to seeing all the great business ideas. Venture NIagara is proud to support this wonderful event.

10/07/2026

Technology investment can help strengthen the organizations our communities depend on.

Venture Niagara and Innovate Niagara are pleased to recognize Community Crew as a recipient of the Niagara Technology Grants Fund.

Each week, Community Crew helps more than 1,775 students across 44 Niagara schools arrive nourished, encouraged and ready to learn. Supported by more than 165 dedicated volunteers, the organization prepares and delivers thousands of nutritious lunches—an essential contribution to student well-being.

The Niagara Technology Grants Fund supports businesses and not-for-profit organizations in adopting technology to improve productivity, strengthen operations and enhance service delivery.

Congratulations to Executive Director Trudy Schroeder and the entire Community Crew team. We are proud to support an organization whose work makes such a meaningful difference across Niagara.

10/06/2026

Congratulations to the recipients of the Niagara Technology Grants Fund!
Venture Niagara and Innovate Niagara are pleased to support these Niagara businesses and not-for-profit organizations as they adopt technology to strengthen their operations, improve efficiency and enhance the services they provide:
• The Apiary
• Community Crew
• Gather Tasting Room
• Giant Shoe Creative
• Habitat for Humanity
• Vineland Physiotherapy
• iMVR
• Kamps Greenhouses Inc.
• MZE Architects
• Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village
• Waysights

With grants of up to $5,000 per project matched by the recipient, this pilot program helps local organizations put practical technology solutions to work.
Thank you to all 39 organizations that applied.

09/03/2026

The closing date for applications is September 7. If your business or non-profit can benefit from a $5,000 grant to implement new technology into your operations, check out the details of our program and submit and application!

NIAGARA, ON – Venture Niagara and Innovate Niagara are pleased to announce a new partnership and joint project to help Niagara businesses and not-for-profit organizations embrace technology to strengthen their operations, improve efficiency, and drive economic growth.

08/10/2026

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Introducing the Niagara Technology Grants Fund (NTGF)
Innovate Niagara and Venture Niagara are proud to launch a new funding opportunity designed to help Niagara businesses and not-for-profit organizations adopt technology, improve efficiency, and strengthen their operations.

Beginning August 4, 2026, eligible organizations can apply for grants of up to $5,000 per project, with a total funding pool of $50,000 available through this pilot initiative.

Eligible projects may include:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Automation technologies
- Cybersecurity improvements
- E-commerce enhancements
- Digital transformation initiatives
- Advanced manufacturing technologies
- Software and digital tool implementation

Technology adoption is no longer optional. It is essential for organizations looking to remain competitive and resilient in today's economy.

Read the full media release and learn more: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0ySXJ0

07/30/2026

Introducing the Niagara Technology Grants Fund (NTGF)
Innovate Niagara and Venture Niagara are proud to launch a new funding opportunity designed to help Niagara businesses and not-for-profit organizations adopt technology, improve efficiency, and strengthen their operations.

Beginning August 4, 2026, eligible organizations can apply for grants of up to $5,000 per project, with a total funding pool of $50,000 available through this pilot initiative.

Eligible projects may include:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Automation technologies
- Cybersecurity improvements
- E-commerce enhancements
- Digital transformation initiatives
- Advanced manufacturing technologies
- Software and digital tool implementation

Technology adoption is no longer optional. It is essential for organizations looking to remain competitive and resilient in today's economy.

Read the full media release and learn more: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0ySXJ0

07/03/2026

If you are looking for help to start your business check out Starter Company Plus with the Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centre https://www.niagarafallsbusiness.ca/small-business/starter-company-plus/

If you're running a business and ready to take it to the next level, you should consider applying to the Starter Company Plus Program. As a Starter Company Plus entrepreneur you will get:

- One-on-one guidance from a Small Business Enterprise Centre advisor.
- Mentoring with a local successful entrepreneur.
- Access to business workshops on topics ranging from writing a business plan and budgeting, to executing a marketing campaign.
- Chance to compete for a micro grant, up to $5000.

Applications for the 2026 Starter Company Plus are now open, and will close on July 31, 2026.

05/29/2026

Today is Sue Morin's last day with Venture Niagara. After almost 22 years of delivering so many impactful Community Economic Development projects she is retiring. On behalf of the Board Members and staff thank you Sue!

04/22/2026

The key to Venture Niagara's success for more than 40 years has been our volunteers. Thank you for the time and expertise you contribute to our organization!

04/15/2026

La semaine prochaine, Innovation Canada fera le point sur les outils conçus pour aider les entreprises à s’y retrouver parmi les programmes de soutien gouvernementaux.

Lors du webinaire du 22 avril, vous:
• découvrirez comment obtenir une liste personnalisée de mesures de financement et de soutien grâce à l’Outil de recherche d’aide aux entreprises;
• constaterez comment PerLE donne accès à des renseignements sur les permis et licences exigés par les divers ordres de gouvernement;
• entendrez un conseiller expert en soutien aux entreprises en croissance

Inscrivez-vous: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tout-ce-que-le-gouvernement-peut-offrir-a-votre-entreprise-tickets-1982005593083?aff=april22fb