The Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) is a leading organization in Ontario that connects innovators with researchers, industry partners, and funding to bring the next generation of made-in-Ontario intellectual property (IP) and solutions to market. With a focus on commercialization, OCI provides valuable support to Ontario companies, helping them translate research into economic outcomes and driving competitiveness in the intangible economy. Funded by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, OCI offers a wide range of programs and services.

These include Collaborate 2 Commercialize, which supports collaboration between academia and industry to solve industry-based problems and drive IP commercialization. The Digitalization Competence Centre (DCC) enables SMEs to adapt and thrive in the digital transformation era. Other initiatives, such as the Life Sciences Innovation Fund and the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), further support innovation in specific sectors.

Through its programs, OCI has made a significant impact, investing millions of dollars in collaborative R&D projects, generating private sector follow-on investments, creating jobs, and supporting Ontario companies. With a mission to foster partnerships and collaborations, OCI plays a crucial role in the growth and success of Ontario's innovation ecosystem