Sarnia-Lambton stands at the forefront of research, development, and commercialization in the petrochemical, biochemical, and energy sectors. Our community offers a wealth of resources designed to foster innovation and drive business success.
Innovation Bridge & Commercialization Hub
Innovation in Sarnia-Lambton is supported through a commercialization hub process that encourages the development of an idea from research, to incubation, to acceleration and commercialization. This allows technologies and products to be developed from concept to production all while supported by local organizations and infrastructure, accelerating growth and increasing profitability.
Companies are currently operating innovating projects and facilities at every stage, from bench scale to pilot plant to full-scale commercialization.
Lambton College's Applied Research & Innovation department, recognized as #2 in Canada for collaborative research, #1 in Research Partnerships*, and #3 in Completed Research Projects, has consistently been ranked a Top 5 research college for nine years running.
By collaborating with industry partners, the department develops tailored solutions, ranging from proof of concept and testing to market research and commercialization. Engaging with Lambton College enables businesses to accelerate product development, reduce time-to-market, and maintain a competitive edge.
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The Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park serves as a vital link between innovative ideas and market-ready products. As Canada's largest clean-tech incubator, the Park offers access to leading research from institutions like the University of Western Ontario and Lambton College, world-renowned experts, and state-of-the-art facilities. Businesses located here benefit from a supportive environment that accelerates the journey from concept to commercialization.
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Located within the Research Park, Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) is a business accelerator that collaborates with industry and government to develop and commercialize bio-based and sustainable chemistry products. By partnering with BIC, companies can leverage support to bring innovative, sustainable products to market, aligning with global trends towards greener solutions.
Ontario offers a significant cost advantage for research and development, with opportunities for after-tax cost between $37 and $61 for every $100 in R&D spending. Combined with the Federal Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive Program, businesses can substantially reduce after-tax R&D costs, enhancing the return on investment in innovation.
Ontario’s R&D tax incentive program is available to qualified businesses of any size and applies to a range of eligible costs that is broader than in the U.S. and many other countries.
There is no cap on the program and tax credits can be carried back for three years or forward for 20 years.
Ontario’s focus on low development costs and simplified tax programs contribute to a combined federal-provincial corporate income tax rate substantially lower than in the United States.
