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EDGE is a vibrant community of people from all backgrounds and walks of life who believe entrepreneurship can make lasting change in society. We support changemakers as they explore entrepreneurial approaches to creating a more equitable and sustainable world. In collaboration with our partners, EDGE provides new and growing ventures with mentorship, learning programs and support to access funding. EDGE is a gateway to Sheridan’s innovation resources and offers physical and virtual communities where impact entrepreneurs can thrive.
Type
Not-for-Profit
Founded
1967
Regions
Ontario (ON)
EDGE offers coworking membership, student membership (specifically for Sheridan College students), mentorship, and funding support. The organization emphasizes holistic support grounded in community wellbeing and sustainable economic growth. Located at Sheridan College in Mississauga, Ontario.
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Focus Areas
social impactsustainable economic growthcommunity wellbeingenvironmental impactintentional collaboration
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Stages supported
IdeaDiscoveryValidationEfficiencyScale
Services offered
- Access to specialized equipment, lab facilities, and/or services
BAI Positioning
Finesselow confidence
Refining and expanding venture growth and entrepreneurial competencies and create the connections across innovation ecosystem
Sector-agnostic (broad industry focus). Higher accountability signals (equity/paid programs, later-stage focus).
Learn more about the four BAI types →Programs
Social Impact Catalyst
acceleratorProgram for impact entrepreneurs
Momentum
acceleratorProgram for growing impact ventures
Rise
acceleratorProgram for earning revenue and enhancing impact
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