The Kanata North Business Association recently held a roundtable with Minister Crawford, Supply Ontario, and industry partners – and shared resources following the discussion that we thought might be useful for our community:
Resources for Vendors
As promised, below are several resources that may be helpful as you explore how to work with the province and participate in upcoming opportunities.
- Become a Vendor
This page provides an overview of how to do business with Ontario, including information about VOR arrangements and foundational steps for new vendors.
Become a vendor – Supply Ontario
- Supply Ontario’s Enterprise-Wide Vendor of Record Program – Three-Year Outlook
This document provides visibility into the planned VOR arrangements over the next three years, helping vendors prepare for upcoming opportunities.
Supply Ontario’s Enterprise-wide Vendor of Record Program – Three Year Outlook – Supply Ontario
- Training – Supply Ontario
A range of training opportunities are available for vendors:
- How to do Business with Ontario – Learn more about procurement policies and directives in Ontario, how to access procurement opportunities, helpful tips about preparing a bid response, and how to market yourself to the right people
- Next session: February 12 at 11:00 AM
- Register here: Vendor Training – How to do Business with Ontario Tickets, Thu, 12 Feb 2026 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite
- How to Register and Navigate the Ontario Tenders Portal – Learn the rules of government procurement in Ontario, understand your role as a vendor and learn the step-by-step procurement process
- Next session: January 29 at 11:00 AM
- Register here: Vendor Training – How to Register and Navigate the Ontario Tenders Portal Tickets, Thu, 29 Jan 2026 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite