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The i.d.e.a. Fund, in partnership with leading Ontario Regional Innovation Centres (RICs), supports a sustainable economy and fosters an inclusive, equitable recovery in Southern Ontario. The program encourages inclusion, diversity, environment, and acceleration while contributing to a green recovery.

Selected innovative businesses will receive up to $20,000 in non-repayable matching seed funding and up to 30 hours of fully funded, targeted support from experienced business leaders. 

If your Southern Ontario-based company is interested in seed funding and executive-level mentorship, learn more about the i.d.e.a. Fund.

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Quick Facts

  • Incorporated, southern Ontario-based businesses
  • Supports diverse industry sectors
  • Promotes green recovery and inclusion
  • Up to $20,000 in matching funds
  • 30 hours of executive-level mentorship provided
Whether you are looking for support in product development, validation or just networking, our role is to help make services more visible to you and to reduce the amount of time it takes to activate these supports.

Ready to accelerate your business growth?

Founders Fast Track is 6 week mentorship program that provides your startup with access to industry expertise, resources, networking opportunities, and skills to help you secure investment capital.

Applications are open until April 13, 2025. 

Synapse Life Science Pitch Competition March 26, 2025 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm EDT

Get tickets for the 2025 Synapse Competition!

Innovation Factory’s Synapse Competition is Ontario’s premier life science pitch competition, dedicated to fostering innovation in the life science sector.

Why you should attend:

  • Meet the finalists at the 12th annual Synapse Competition showcase!
  • Discover emerging life science innovations
  • Network with industry leaders and Ontario’s thriving life science ecosystem.

March 26, 2025 | 4:00pm – 8:00pm EDT