The Windsor-Essex Regional Technology Development Site (WE RTDS), led by WEtech Alliance, is one of nine Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)-funded hubs in Ontario, designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises developing mobility, automotive, and advanced transportation technologies from early validation through commercialization and market entry.
Built on the region’s deep strengths in automotive manufacturing, cross-border trade, multimodal logistics, and applied innovation, the WE RTDS provides SMEs with access to technical expertise, simulation and digital tools, testing and validation environments, and industry-driven partnerships. Companies benefit from hands on programming that reduces technical and market risk while accelerating development and supporting commercial growth.
Through OVIN-aligned pathways, the WE RTDS connects SMEs to specialized infrastructure, real-world data, pilot opportunities, and domestic and international markets, including cross-border partners. The site also fosters collaboration across industry, post-secondary institutions, municipalities, and ecosystem partners, strengthening Ontario’s mobility innovation network and supporting the deployment of scalable, market-ready technologies.
