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.

We are beyond thrilled to announce the annual Top 100 Tech Companies to Watch is back. Nominations are now open to all companies at all stages across the globe. Know any great companies that is growing? We love to hear from you. Nominate a Company Now P.S. For 2023 coverage please see here: https://foundersbeta.com/tech-companies/top-100-tech-companies-2023/ Partnerships  We are looking to have...

The Google for Startups Accelerator: AI for Energy have officially opened. The program is seeking top Energy AI startups headquartered in the U.S. and Canada, and accepting applications until June 30, 2025. The 10-week program will kick off in person in September*. Hear from founders about their experience in a similar program here. 

Got an innovative idea? Building a startup with impact? Queen’s Entrepreneurs’ Competition (QEC) is a global competition and is back for 2023. The competition is one of the most prestigious undergraduate competitions in Canada with over $80,000 in prizes each year and I am reaching out to you in hopes that you share the competition information and/or apply to the QEC 2023. The competition is st...

10th annual AAGEF Ontario Entrepreneur Challenge – Nov 27th, 2024 at 5:30 pm All entrepreneurs are invited to apply. Upon submission, applications will be reviewed by our selection committee. The three finalists will be announced around mid October. at Glendon Centre of Excellence. The winners will be awarded cash gifts and prizes besides the invaluable guidance from top executives. Appl...

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 ...

We are beyond excited to announce the launch of annual Top Female Founders & Tech Leaders to Watch. This is the annual editorial on covering some of the brightest female founders and tech leaders in business and tech. 🔥 🚀 The nomination is open to female founders, and women in tech.  We are beyond excited to work on this initiative with our community, members, partners, spon...

An awesome event happening for immigrants & newcomers in tech which is taking place at the iconic Royal Ontario Museum! On October 30th and October 31st 2023, Scale Without Borders is taking over (parts of) the museum to bring the entire immigrant and tech community — immigrant tech talent, key corporate leaders, leading startups, government and non-profit — to support, celebrate, hire and ...

Massive News! We are beyond pleased to announce the nominations are now open to Top Recruiters to Watch in 2023. Recruiters work incredibly hard to help organizations grow and scale with talent. As they say you’re only as good as your team. Will be featuring some of the best recruiters along with HR tech leaders and their stories on our global tech community. Submit your nomination here. Partne...

TELUS Community Safety & Wellness Accelerator (CSW)  Are you a social impact founder? Check this out!The TELUS Community Safety & Wellness Accelerator (CSW) is a first-of-its-kind accelerator focused on addressing the social and safety challenges facing our communities. In partnership with AlchemistX, the Edmonton Police Foundation, and Alberta Innovates, the CSW Accelerator is bringin...

Got an innovative startup? The AAGEF 2023 Entrepreneur Challenge is now welcoming applications from the most exciting start-ups to be a part of our Annual Challenge. For the start-up community, it’s a perfect platform to be coached and advised by industry top leaders. All entrepreneurs are invited to apply. Upon submission, applications will be reviewed by our selection committee. The three fin...

CALLING ALL STUDENT ENTREPRENEURS Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level? My name is Sydney Shorrock, and I’m thrilled to introduce you to the Queen’s Entrepreneurs’ Competition (QEC), one of Canada’s most prestigious undergraduate competitions for ambitious student entrepreneurs to kickstart their ventures. 🌟 Why QEC 2025? Here’s th...

Got an AI startup? Look no further! The Radical North 🍁 AI Pitch Competition is here! Aceocial has once again partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Startups to host an AI focused Start-up Pitch Competition on October 16th at the AWS office (26F, 120 Bremner Blvd) from 5-9pm EST. There will be pitching. There will be (the best 🍕) pizza. There will be top VCs joining us to judg...

Building an AI startup? Google  just announced our inaugural North American Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First cohort for AI-focused early stage companies! This isn’t just an opportunity; it’s a tailor-made match for you to embark on a transformative journey. Google Startups Accelerator: AI first is now accepting applications from U.S. and Canadian headquartered AI-First tech...

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. 👩🏻‍💻...

Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders and Black Founders Got an innovative startup? Applications for the fifth Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders and Black Founders cohorts have officially opened! Google is now accepting applications from U.S. and Canadian headquartered technology startups until February 1, with the 10-week programs commencing in March. Women Founders App...

After weeks of development, we are beyond pleased to bring you this new site that showcases more founders’ stories and resourceful content. We can’t wait to see you on our community!

In the dynamic landscape of business innovation and expansion, having a robust Go-to-Market (GTM) and growth strategy is crucial for both emerging startups and established organizations. As part of the vibrant Innovation Week YYC, we are excited to invite you to an insightful event that is set to transform your approach to market entry and growth. Join us for an enlightening session with Adrian...

We are beyond thrilled to announce our annual Top Recruiters to Watch is back. Know any exceptional recruiters or HR leaders? We love to hear about it! Submit your nomination here.  

Pillar VC is hosting a $1M Moonshot Global Startup Competition. This is open to current university undergrad and grad students, postdocs and faculty. This open to any company or idea where at least one member of the Founding Team is affiliated with a University (i.e. undergraduate, grad student, postdoc, or faculty member). Apply to win $1M or $250K for your startup. Check it out here.

Know any incredible female founders or leaders? We’re thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Top Female Founders & Leaders list! This is your chance to spotlight the visionary women shaping industries, driving innovation, and breaking barriers. Whether they’re building game-changing startups or leading with impact, we want to celebrate them. Submit your nominations today...

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 an...

Working an AI startup? Check out this grant opportunity with Lenovo Evolve Small AI Gran. This is for small businesses and startups. Deadline: February 17 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. 

Got an innovative startup? Check out the Google for Startups Cloud AI Accelerator Google for Startups Cloud AI Accelerator provides access to the best of Google’s programs, products, people and technology to help AI/ML startups build great products and services. During the program, 10-15 selected startups will receive mentorship and advisorship from a wide array of Google experts in AI/ML, Clou...

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.

BDO Canada’s VC Pitch Day connects Canadian technology and life sciences companies with distinguished investors actively looking to invest. This premiere event is your chance to meet top VCs and gain impactful feedback about your business, connect with other entrepreneurs in the ecosystem, and potentially raise the capital needed to grow your company. Toronto – Oct. 10 Halifax – Oct. 17 Vancouv...

Looking to win some non-dilutive funding for your startup or small business? In an exciting initiative aimed at celebrating the profound impact of small businesses in Ontario, Meridian is calling for nominations for its annual awards program. The financial cooperative is on a mission to recognize and reward those businesses that are not only thriving but also making a significant difference in ...