Sponsor

Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)

Program

OVIN Automotive Innovation Challenge (AIC)

For More Information

Visit the Automotive Innovation Challenge program webpage [1].

Description

The OVIN Automotive Innovation Challenge (AIC) brings together industry and post-secondary institutions to provide students with practical, hands-on experiences that will allow them to apply their knowledge and skills in solving real-world problems Ontario’s automotive and mobility sector is facing. 

OVIN invites colleges and universities to collaborate with one or more industry partners, select a challenge they are facing, and host a student competition for solutions. The exact structure of the competition, including any benefits for participants or winners, will be determined by the educational and industry partners.  

Eligibility

• All post-secondary institutions applying, and their industry partners, must be based in Ontario.  
• Industry partners must be Ontario-based automotive and mobility companies or organizations, including but not limited to: 
  • Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs); and/or 
  • Tier 1 suppliers; and/or 
  • Relevant start-ups or SMEs operating in the automotive and mobility space. 
• Industry partners and applicants are required to contribute resources such as expertise and other appropriate resources towards the program in a 1:1 match. 

Funding Availability

Under the Automotive Innovation Challenge, colleges and universities can apply for a maximum of $100,000 to develop and deploy an applied learning challenge during the winter semester of the 2024-2025 academic year. 

Indirect Costs

 10% on OCI funds. 40% on partner cash. 

Project Duration

Programs must be developed and delivered within 5 months of project activation, with all projects closing (activities completed) by April 30, 2025 and all final reports due by May 9, 2025. 

How to Apply

Visit the Automotive Innovation Challenge program webpage [1] for a copy the application.