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Garage Incubation

Longueuil, QuébecFoundations & Ecosystem-BuildingMember

Garage co est un hub d'innovation dédié aux technologies Hardtech

Garage&co is a startup incubation company that focuses on hardtech startups. They provide a holistic approach to design and work with entrepreneurs to develop a functional prototype that can be brought to market.

Founded

2016

Garage co publishes a biweekly hardtech-focused publication called 'Solid Ideas'. They offer separate programs for corporations to validate innovation and for investors to access de-risked opportunities. The organization has a strong focus on Quebec-based manufacturing and sustainability.

Industries

Advanced materials & advanced manufacturingAgricultureClean technologiesConsumer retailDigital media & telecommunicationsEducationFinancial servicesFood & beverageForestryLife sciences & advanced healthMining, oil, & gasTourism & cultureTransportation

Focus Areas

HardtechHardware developmentProduct design and prototypingMedical devicesWater treatment and sustainabilityAutonomous mobilityHealth monitoring technology

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Foundations & Ecosystem-Buildingmedium confidence

Build the entrepreneurial foundations and an innovation platform for ventures and founders to build from

Sector-agnostic (broad industry focus). Flexible accountability (community-oriented, earlier-stage).

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Startup Services

incubator

Holistic support for developing functional prototypes and first products, including design, product strategy, and specifications

Product Strategy Coaching

other

Coaches work with startups to identify value proposition and market segments

Specifications Development

other

Expert assistance in creating complete technical specifications

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Innovation UBC

Vancouver, British Columbia

Creating Impact from Research

Innovation UBC propels UBC innovations out into the world through venture creation, providing UBC students, researchers, faculty members, alumni and staff with the resources, networks, and funding they need to succeed. As one of the world’s top 40 research universities with 80,000 students, faculty and staff and over $650M annual research funding, UBC has long been a catalyst for innovation. Part of the Innovation UBC network, entrepreneurship@UBC supports UBC ventures and entrepreneurs to generate social and economic impacts in B.C. and around the world.

Advanced materials & advanced manufacturingAgricultureClean technologies+9
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NORCAT

Sudbury, Ontario

Skills Training for the Future

NORCAT is a leading private, non-profit organization that empowers our clients, our staff, and our community partners to drive a culture of productivity, innovation, and life-long learning. To deliver on our mandate, NORCAT is focused on three core priorities: As part of the Ontario Network of Excellence, NORCAT serves as Sudbury’s Regional Innovation Centre partnering with community stakeholders to help start and accelerate the growth of innovative companies Develop and provide world-class programs, services, and resources to reduce injuries, save lives, and enhance productivity in the workplace and beyond Operate a vibrant innovation hub to engage our clients, community, and key stakeholders by providing an environment that celebrates a culture of productivity, innovation, and life-long learning

Advanced materials & advanced manufacturingClean technologiesDigital media & telecommunications+6
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Bay & Co

North York, Ontario

We Succeed Together

Bay and Co is a company that offers an Acceleration Program designed to support entrepreneurs, local and foreign, who are looking to start, establish or grow their businesses in Canada. They provide tailored support throughout the entire entrepreneuria...

Advanced materials & advanced manufacturingAgricultureClean technologies+7
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The Firehood

Toronto, Ontario

Setting the Status Quo Ablaze

The Firehood is a women in tech network based in Canada. Their mission is to increase the participation, leadership, and prosperity of women in technology. They offer peer-to-peer groups for women in various technical fields such as blockchain, cyber, ...

Advanced materials & advanced manufacturingAgricultureClean technologies+6
Foundations & Ecosystem-Building