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New Venture Pitch Challenge

Develop and deliver — your pitch perfected!

Step into the spotlight with Innovation Factory’s New Venture Pitch Challenge. Catered exclusively for emerging entrepreneurs in the early validation stage, this unique opportunity will help you hone your pitch, gain insightful feedback and connect with potential investors.

The New Venture Pitch Challenge is a 3-week mentorship program is exclusively designed for iF innovators working to validate their solutions.

Not an Innovation Factory client yet?

Apply to become a client for free to access exclusive opportunities like this and more!

Ready to join the challenge?

If you’re an existing Innovation Factory client, please get in touch with your Innovation Advisor to express your interest.

If you’re not sure who to contact, email [email protected].

About the New Venture Pitch Challenge

Curated Selection

10-12 innovators will be selected by Innovation Factory’s Venture Growth team for each challenge.

Comprehensive Training

Refine and perfect your 5-minute pitch under expert guidance through 3 weeks of training.

Angel Audience

The top 5 companies will be invited to present their ideas in front of a panel of angel investors.

Why join the New Venture Pitch Challenge?

It’s more than just a pitch competition; it’s a mentorship program. This three-week challenge is by invitation only and designed for entrepreneurs working to validate their solutions but might not be ready for mainstream pitch competitions. Here, in a supportive and collaborative setting, you’ll have the opportunity to practice, perfect, and present.
New Venture Pitch Challenge: Photo of an older woman entrepreneur presenting to a panel of investors at McMaster Innovation Park.

Are you ready to build your pitch?

Apply to become an Innovation Factory client to gain access to programs like this and additional support to grow your business.

If you’re already a client, simply email your Innovation Advisor to express your interest.

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i.d.e.a. Fund Applications Open

Applications are now open for i.d.e.a. Fund Cohort 4

Are you developing and/or redesigning new green products, services, processes, and technologies that reduce environmental impact?

The i.d.e.a.™ Fund program focuses on supporting a more sustainable economy while fostering an inclusive and equitable growth in southern Ontario. Find out if you’re eligible to access up to $20,000 in matching seed funding and 30 hours of expert mentorship.

Applications are open from June 16 to July 7, 2025.

15th annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 160 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8