Creative Destruction Lab (CDL)
Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a non-profit startup accelerator based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2012 by Ajay Agrawal, Amir Sariri, and Anthony Lacavera. CDL offers a unique mentoring program for pre-seed stage ventures, providing guidance and support to founders and executives without charging any fees or taking equity in their ventures.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2012
Founders
Ajay Agrawal, Amir Sariri, Anthony Lacavera
Number of Investments
742
Number of Exits
51
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Industries
Advanced Materials, Aerospace, Blockchain, CleanTech, Retail Technology, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management
Number of Portfolio Organizations
734
Number of Lead Investments
147
Number of Diversity Investments
34
Number of Exits (IPO)
51
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
40
Contact Email
York Entrepreneurship Development Institute
York Entrepreneurship Development Institute is a Toronto-based start-up accelerator founded in 2013 by Marat Ressin, offering mentorship and support to innovative entrepreneurs across various industries. As a sector-agnostic accelerator, it aims to guide and assist early-stage companies through its grant and non-equity assistance programs.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2013
Founders
Marat Ressin
Number of Investments
4
Investment Stage
Grant, Non Equity Assistance
Industries
Consulting, Management Consulting, Non Profit, Social Entrepreneurship, Training
Number of Portfolio Organizations
2
Number of Lead Investments
3
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
15
Contact Email
Phone Number
(647)919-9334
NEXT Canada
NEXT Canada is a non-profit startup accelerator based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, founded in 2010 by a group of visionary individuals including Ajay Agrawal and Reza Satchu. The accelerator aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship across the country, specifically targeting early-stage ventures and seed-stage startups, with the goal of driving national prosperity.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2010
Founders
Ajay Agrawal, Claudia Hepburn, Pavla Bobosikova, Reza Satchu, Rohan Jacob, Tim Hodgson
Number of Investments
310
Number of Exits
25
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Industries
Education, Hardware, Human Resources, Information Technology, Internet of Things, Mobile
Number of Portfolio Organizations
303
Number of Lead Investments
14
Number of Diversity Investments
3
Number of Exits (IPO)
25
Contact Email
Highline Beta
Highline Beta is a Toronto-based startup accelerator that specializes in co-creating new ventures by bringing together established corporations and innovative founders. Since its establishment in 2016, Highline Beta has been supporting early-stage ventures and seed funding in various industries.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2016
Founders
Benjamin Yoskovitz, Lauren Robinson, Marcus Daniels
Number of Investments
16
Number of Exits
1
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Industries
Finance, Incubators, Venture Capital
Number of Portfolio Organizations
12
Number of Lead Investments
3
Number of Diversity Investments
1
Number of Exits (IPO)
1
Contact Email
DMZ
The DMZ at Ryerson University is a renowned startup accelerator in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, founded in 2010 by Hossein Rahnama and Sheldon Levy. It offers non-equity assistance to tech startups, serving as a business incubator and providing valuable resources and support to fuel the success of emerging entrepreneurs.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2010
Founders
Hossein Rahnama, Sheldon Levy
Number of Investments
271
Number of Exits
31
Investment Stage
Non Equity Assistance
Industries
Business Development, Consulting, Incubators, Management Consulting
Number of Portfolio Organizations
270
Number of Lead Investments
23
Number of Diversity Investments
6
Number of Exits (IPO)
31
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
16
Contact Email
LatAm Startups
LatAm Startups is a non-profit organization based in Toronto, Canada, dedicated to supporting international startups in enhancing their presence. They offer softlanding and bootcamp programs specifically designed for technology companies, providing valuable resources and opportunities for growth. Since its establishment in 2014, LatAm Startups has been committed to fostering global connections and empowering startups to thrive in the international market.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2014
Founders
Miryam Lazarte
Number of Investments
35
Number of Exits
1
Industries
Angel Investment, Events, Financial Services, Non Profit, Venture Capital
Number of Portfolio Organizations
35
Number of Lead Investments
1
Number of Exits (IPO)
1
Contact Email
FoundersBoost Toronto
FoundersBoost Toronto is a startup accelerator located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, providing valuable guidance and support to pre-seed stage startups. Their mission is to assist these early-stage companies in securing funding from accelerators, attracting investments, or generating revenue, all without charging any fees or taking equity. With a strong commitment to empowering entrepreneurs, FoundersBoost Toronto plays a vital role in fostering the growth and success of innovative startups in the region.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2017
Founders
Aashna Kumar
Number of Investments
3
Number of Portfolio Organizations
3
Number of Diversity Investments
1
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
6
Contact Email
The Future of Sport Lab
The Future of Sport Lab is a Toronto-based startup accelerator that provides non-equity assistance to seed-stage startups in the sports industry, helping them achieve product-market fit and supporting their growth. It was established in 2015 and aims to empower young companies with the necessary resources and guidance to succeed in the competitive sports market.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2015
Number of Investments
8
Investment Stage
Non Equity Assistance
Number of Portfolio Organizations
8
Number of Lead Investments
8
Contact Email
IFH Lab by Fintech Cadence
IFH Lab (originally Innovate Financial Health) is a six-month program by Fintech Cadence, supporting startups enhancing the financial lives of Canadians, especially the financially vulnerable. Selected startups gain access to funding, users, data, mentorship, and a peer network to scale effectively. Graduates have raised over $6.8 million, created 20+ jobs, and impacted thousands of Canadians.
Key Info
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded Year
2020
Number of Investments
20
Industries
Finance, Financial Services
Number of Portfolio Organizations
20
Accelerator Duration (in weeks)
17
Contact Email
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