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Microsoft for Startups

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Microsoft for Start-ups Founders Hub helps remove traditional barriers to building a tech company by democratizing historically inaccessible resources including expert mentorship. Founders can get started on the platform in minutes and gain free access to the technology and support that’s critical to turning dreams into life-changing products.

The benefits vary depending on the stage of your start-up.  Microsoft provides benefits that scale with you as your business and team scales. Examples of the types of benefits you can get access to:

  • Mentors who are experts in your industry or technology type to help validate your idea
  • Azure sponsorship credits that grow with you as your needs increase
  • Microsoft 365 productivity tools including Teams for video conferencing, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
  • GitHub and Visual Studio Code for developer collaboration
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Microsoft For Start-ups Founders Hub

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Quick Facts

  • Microsoft Founders applications 
  • Free access to Microsoft 365 productivity tools 
  • Resources for developer collaboration 
  • For startup and founders 

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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