The Next Big AIdea is HubSpot’s competition offering $50K cash + $25K AWS credits to one winning AI startup. Applications close July 25 and require just a 60-second video explaining your AI solution. The winner also gets massive media exposure across HubSpot’s network and center stage at INBOUND 2025.

Learn more and apply by July 25

Got an innovative idea in healthcare?

Offering $40,000 in grant funding for projects that improve healthcare interoperability and patient outcomes, with an application deadline of July 18th—is the 2025 Connected Care Innovation Grant from Canada Health Infoway. This grant supports clinicians and health organizations in implementing digital health solutions to streamline care, reduce administrative work, and enhance data quality.

Key details:

Up to $40,000 per project
Focus on digital health interoperability and improved patient care
Eligible applicants: clinicians, health provider groups, and health organizations
Projects should align with Infoway’s Shared Pan-Canadian Interoperability Roadmap and be capable of rapid implementation (ideally within 6–9 months)

Application deadline: July 18, 2025

This program is administered by the Infoway Centre for Clinical Innovation in Digital Health (CIDH).

Apply here.

i.d.e.a. Fund Driving sustainable and circular economy growth in southern Ontario

The i.d.e.a. Fund (Inclusion, Diversity, Environment, Acceleration) is a program in Ontario designed to support high-potential businesses that are committed to developing or improving green products, services, processes, or technologies to reduce their environmental impact. The fund aims to foster inclusion, diversity, and acceleration while driving sustainable and circular economy growth in Southern Ontario.

Building a sustainable business takes more than passion—it takes the right tools, funding, and guidance. That’s where the i.d.e.a. Fund™ comes in. Backed by the Government of Canada, this program supports early-stage entrepreneurs creating green products, services, or technologies that are ready to scale.

Selected ventures receive up to $20,000 in matching seed funding and 30 hours of expert, fully funded mentorship to help accelerate growth while reducing environmental impact. Whether you’re refining your product, growing your team, or preparing to raise capital, the i.d.e.a. Fund™ gives you the support you need to move with purpose.

Applications are open until July 7, 2025.

Learn more and apply today!

Torontooooo!! What are the top tech companies and startups to watch in Toronto? As one of the most vibrant tech hubs in North America, Toronto is home to a growing innovation ecosystem. From groundbreaking startups to established industry leaders, the city is a powerhouse of talent and creativity. We are beyond thrilled to announce this exclusive editorial coverage, where we’ll dive into the most promising companies shaping the future of tech in Toronto. Stay tuned for insights, interviews, and in-depth analysis of the city’s dynamic tech landscape!

This coverage is open to Toronto and GTA companies.

Know any companies that should be on the list?

Want to partner with us? Get in touch. 

Are you a Canadian small business making big moves?

This is your moment to shine. Apply now for a chance to win $200,000 in cash, cutting-edge tools, and nationwide recognition to accelerate your growth and showcase your success.

June 3, 2025
Application period begins

September 3, 2025
Application period closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT

October 21, 2025
Winners will be announced and celebrated

Learn More

Working an innovative solution? Check out the First-Look Pitch Competition $25,000 for GTA startups.

Deadline: Deadline May 30, 2025, 12:00 AM

Apply here. 

Funding opportunity for women-founders: $100,000 in grants for women-owned businesses in USA.

Check our Slack for more details.

Know any awesome women founders? New opportunity for women-led businesses.

For: any founder
Funding: $30K-$100K

Deadline: June 24

Learn more on our Slack.

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for Alberta’s Top Startups! 🌟

Alberta Innovates is thrilled to open applications for the Alberta Innovates Scaleup GAP premier pitch event in partnership with the Banff Venture Forum (BVF) on October 22, 2025 – an event that will shine a spotlight on Alberta’s most innovative emerging startups and connect them with a global network of investors. This is your chance to showcase your company to a room full of prestigious investors and potential partners, driving real investment outcomes for growth and success.

🚀 Why Apply?

Compete for Cash & Resource Prizes – Win monetary awards and valuable in-kind resources to drive your growth
Pitch to Global Investors – Showcase your startup in front of high-profile, active investors looking for Alberta-based innovation
Get Matched with the Right Funders – Receive curated 1:1 investor matchmaking based on fit and funding stage
Build Investment-Ready Momentum – Get expert coaching to refine your pitch and increase your chances of securing investment
Gain Targeted Exposure – Benefit from media, community, and investor attention leading up to and during the event
📅Selection Process:

20 startups selected over Spring/Summer by a panel of expert judges
Top 10 finalists pitch live at Banff Venture Forum
Public voting secures one wildcard finalist!

🎯Eligibility:
Must be both incorporated and actively doing business in Alberta
Seed to Series A stage
Revenue-generating tech company
Actively seeking dilutive investment in 2025-early 2026
Applications are NOW OPEN!
If you’re building traction and ready to raise – this is your moment.

👉Apply now and position your startup for next-level success!

📅Deadline: June 30, 2025
🔗scaleupmap.com/signup

Working on AI project? Check out opportunity to apply for the AI Compute Access Fund—a program designed to help startups and researchers access powerful compute resources. Eligible teams can receive up to $100,000-$5 million in funding to support their AI development. Whether you’re training large models or scaling your infrastructure, this fund can accelerate your progress.

Learn more and apply today!

Welcome to Athena’s AI Agent Contest! Not only we have a $2,000 USD prize pool, we will also promote the contestants on a leaderboard. Top 10 contestants will be attending the final where their Agent will be judged by Top professionals from Google, Amazon, Shopify, VCs, recruiting firms and Startup CEOs. This is the perfect opportunity to show your talents if you are looking for a job or starting a startup.

Apply Here.

Join our Discord channel for all updates:
https://discord.gg/DtQmpShsyj

CanExport SMEs is a Canadian government funding program designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expand into new international markets by covering up to 50% of eligible export-related expenses, with grants up to $50,000.

The 2025 intake is open until May 31, 2025, for projects occurring between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026

Check out the full details here.

Know any women founders? If you’re a women founder in tech looking to fundraise, apply to the 2025 SheBoot program. You can access up to $300K in capital. This is equity-based investment.

Applications are due by May 2, 2025.

Apply today

The Brampton innovator program is offering $5K non-dilutive funding for founders in the peel region. This is a 6-week market-validation program to inspire “entrecurious” individuals to become full-time technology entrepreneurs. They provide industry-driven content, introductory venture creation materials, and a curated curriculum that supports first-time founders in accelerating market validation. Program participants will gain exposure to various technology and market opportunities across sectors.

We are industry agnostic and welcome individuals or teams in Brampton or Peel Regionwho have a pre-existing tech startup, just a business idea or want to learn what it takes to launch a tech startup.

Application Deadline: Friday, May 16th, 2025

Learn more 

Got an innovative ide?

Win $30,000 in cash at Uniting The Prairies 🔥

This is your chance to apply for the Prize of the Prairies, a pitch competition showcasing the best Prairie tech startups live at UP25! Gain build onnections and win non-dilutive funding.

Apply now

Calling BC tech entrepreneurs and startups 🚀

The @New Ventures BC Competition, presented by Innovate BC, is back for its 25th anniversary!

🏆 Compete to access over $250K in cash and prizes while showcasing your innovative ideas, receiving mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and valuable feedback from esteemed judges and investors.

👩🏻‍💻 The New Ventures BC Competition season also offers free workshops and seminars on various topics such as intellectual property management, non-dilutive capital, and corporate structure, plus plenty of opportunities to connect with their vibrant community of entrepreneurs, investors, and partners. Apply now and take your business to new heights!

📌 Application deadline: March 31st, at 11:59pm PDT
💡 Learn more & apply at: https://www.newventuresbc.com/compete/

Part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV), presented by @Innovate BC.

WOW! WOW! ABSOLUTELY EPIC! Huge shoutout to the community for the launch of inaugural TOP PRODUCTS OF 2025. Product reviews are absolutely essential for founders to scale. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

From groundbreaking AI tools to next-gen consumer tech, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of game-changing products. This editorial will spotlight the must-have innovations redefining industries—from AI tools, HR Tech and sustainability breakthroughs to cutting-edge gadgets that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Get ready to discover the standout products setting the standard for the future.

Submit your product today

Working an innovative idea?

The Hustle is hosting is a $5K pitch competition. Send a 60 second video telling us your genius business idea and why you think it’s the next big thing. The person with the most unique idea will win $5000 and a feature in The Hustle to start their journey.

Check it out here.