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AC:Incubate

Structured, milestone-based programming that gives you everything you need to build a business that thrives

Our incubation programming allows you to bring your aspirations to life alongside other passionate founders. When you’re a part of our community, you benefit from mentorship, our virtual platforms that enable growth through hard work, events, funding opportunities, and access to partners — so you’re never going it alone.

Our four phase approach

Step by step guide to success

Pair the everyday hustle of building your startup with all the tools you need to help you create momentum. This is your proven framework for success.

You’ll move through 4 phases: discovering a product people want to buy, building a solid business foundation, acquiring your first customers and investors, and scaling for global success.

ONE
EXPLORE: Discover a product someone wants

TWO
BUILD: Start with a solid business foundation

THREE
GROW: Acquire customers and get investment ready

FOUR
SCALE: Access resources to attain global success

reach your goals

Eligibility

Who is AC:Incubate for

The AC Incubate program is built to support early-stage, tech-based startups ready to scale. If you’re prepared to commit to growth and innovation, and meet these criteria, apply today to join our thriving community of innovators!

To join the AC:Incubate program, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Canadian Incorporation: Your company must be incorporated in Canada, or you must be prepared to incorporate within 30 days of joining the program.
  • Tech-Based: We work with tech-driven companies across all sectors. Whether you’re focused on AI, medtech, fintech, or another innovative field, you are welcome to apply.
  • Ready for High-Impact Engagement: We seek startups that are eager to fully engage in our high-touch, high-impact programming, designed to accelerate growth and drive tangible results.

Support every step of the way

We're here to help

We know that no two businesses are the same. That’s why we’re immersed in your company—almost as much as you are.

We’ll guide you through our learning platform, connect you to our world-class mentors, and help you find funding opportunities.

While enrolled in our programming, you’ll have access to:

  • Access to our award winning programming, based on best-practices from around the world
  • The AC’s digital and in-person founder communities
  • Free events and workshops that help you build network and grow your business
  • One-to-one guidance with our team of in-house mentors and specialists
  • 1:1 investment advisory services and access to the AC's investor network
  • A dedicated Founder Experience Team to guide you through the program and ensure you're connected to all the resources you need to be successful
  • Access to the AC's Value Added Service Providers with up to $600,000 in credits and discounts from industry leaders like AWS, Google for Startups and more

driven to thrive

A tree can’t grow unless it has strong roots and is part of a supportive ecosystem. The AC provided us with a foundation to transform our passion into a thriving business.

Matt Randell, CEO, Clearpath Robotics

I came to the AC because of their focus on long-term success and their stellar mentorship team. They are incredibly experienced, can shift focus easily, and go as deep into my business as I need them to.

Mary Pat Hinton, CEO, Emmetros

Working through the program with the mentors gave us the confidence to grow our business knowing that whatever challenges we ran into, someone at the AC would be there to help us.

Dr. Abdul Rehman, CEO, SSIMWAVE

There’s something a little more serious about the way in which the programs and mentoring make you feel—like the organization is working in concrete ways to help your company succeed.

Carol Leaman, CEO, Axonify

The mentorship has been so helpful in several areas including sales, product development, and marketing. They are part of a broader team, working together to enable us to scale operations worldwide.

Nadia Hamilton, CEO, Magnusmode

We came to the Accelerator Centre for the mentorship opportunities. We had a lot of great ideas in the beginning, but there wasn’t necessarily a market fit. The mentors helped us through that.

Ryan Hickey, CEO, eleven-x

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