Digital Competence Centre (DCC)

Digital Competence Centre (DCC) is sponsored by Government of Ontario. Offers expert guidance, training, and grants to small and medium-sized businesses in Ontario to adopt digital technologies.

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Join us at DiscoveryX on April 21-22, 2027 @ Enercare Centre, Toronto. Digital Competence Centre Digitalization is redefining what’s possible for Ontario small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). By integrating digital tools into everyday processes, businesses are boosting productivity, cutting costs, and delivering smarter and faster service while staying ahead of the curve.

The Digital Competence Centre (DCC), supported by the Ontario Government, is at the forefront of the province’s SME digital transformation . See How Digital Transformation Is Changing Ontario’s Business Landscape Digitalization is more than adopting new technology – it’s a strategic advantage.

Digital modernization has helped SMEs across Ontario boost productivity by: Increasing output by an average of 14% Saving an average of 192 hours in operational time and labour per month Reducing operational costs by an average of 23% An Opportunity Ontario Retailers Won’t Want to Miss!

Your Digital Transformation Journey Starts Here RMPG lets you Invest in digital tools to drive sales, boost efficiency, and create enhanced customer experience.

Receive up to $5,000 in non-repayable funding to cover eligible hardware and software such as: Modern Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems RFID Scanners & Inventory Management Software CRM tools for tracking customer loyalty To apply for the RMPG, businesses must meet the following eligibility criteria: Be an Ontario-based retailer that is open to the public Operate from a physical commercial location (not home-based) Sell goods or services directly to consumers , e.g., bookstore, café, boutique, hair salon Employ 1–50 full-time staff Have been incorporated in operation for at least 1 year Generate a minimum of $100,000 in annual revenue (before taxes) view full program guidelines How DCC Powers SME Transfo rmation The DCC is dedicated to helping SMEs harness digital tools and modern technology to improve operations and remain competitive in a digital-first economy.

It does this by: Growing capacity across sectors Supporting both individual companies and entire industries to scale their technological capabilities. Offering educational webinars, info sessions, and free digital transformation toolkits to help SMEs understand the value of digital adoption and create a tailored Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP) .

Accelerating technology adoption Providing funding and guidance through the Technology Demonstration Program and Retail Modernization Project Grant , helping companies test and implement new digital tools, equipment and processes. Connecting Ontario’s innovators Facilitating partnerships between SMEs and Ontario-based tech firms to adopt homegrown digital solutions.

Learn more about DCC’s program streams Digital Modernization & Adoption Plan (DMAP) Receive up to $15K in support to develop a custom DMAP with a Digital Adoption Consultant tailored specifically to your organization’s digital needs.

Ontario-based for-profit SMEs with between 1-499 employees SMEs looking to understand their digital needs and adopt and implement digital technologies to grow their company Technology Demonstration Program (TDP) Receive up to $50K in support to implement DMAP recommendations for your digital transformation.

SMEs with at least $750K of annual revenue in one of the last three tax years SMEs who have completed a DMAP project and are looking to adopt and implement the digital technology laid out in the DMAP Ontario-based for-profit SMEs with between 1-499 employees Retail Modernization Project grant (RMPG) Receive up to $5K in support to adopt and implement digital technologies, hardware and software.

Minimum 1 year in business with at least $100K of annual revenue Direct-to-Consumer business with a physical storefront (i.e., retail, restaurants & food, professional services such as hairstyling, florists, etc.) Ontario-based-for-profit business with between 1-50 employees First-come-first served model, while funds last Note: Applicants can apply to either DMAP or RMPG, but not both From Adapting to Advancing: DCC Puts Ontario SMEs in the Lead View all our success stories Retail modernization project grant Interest Form Express your interest and see if the Retail Modernization Project Grant (RMPG) program is right for your retail business Now accepting applications!

Retail Modernization ProJect Grant (RMPG) Interest Form/Apply Today Express your interest and see if DCC programs are right for your business Digital modernization Adoption program (DMAP) and technology demonstration program (TDP) Find digital tools and resources and upcoming event listings that can help your company digitize and grow Explore DCC Tools & Events events, DAC Registration and Vendor Registration Director, Technology Initiatives rwaterhouse@oc-innovation.

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ca Digital Competence Centre Digitalization is redefining the future for companies. It is a critical factor in the success and growth of Ontario’s companies, enabling them to release products to the market faster and reach the right customers, all while offering a near perfect experience. Through DCC, Ontario is placing its SMEs at the forefront of digital transformation, supporting them to adapt and thrive from this digital evolution.

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