OSME - Who We Are

The Office of Small and Medium Enterprises (OSME) - Ontario Region was established in August 2006 within Public Works and Government Services Canada.

The mandate of OSME is:

• To assist Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as they navigate the procurement system;

• To advocate within the procurement system on their behalf.

The office performs the following activities in support of small and medium enterprises:

• Engage SMEs to understand their concerns and encourage them to do business with the federal government. 

• Assist and inform SMEs so they can better navigate the government procurement system.

• Provide Regional input for solutions, through advice and policy development to reduce barriers and increase opportunities for SMEs to do business with the government. 

• Analyze data with respect to supplier participation and the impacts of procurement on the Region's economy and employment.