Thrive Canada Accelerator 2024-2025

Published by Altaf Kazi Mahmood

Deadline: October 27, 2024

Open to: Early-stage AgriFood Tech startups, including pre-seed to seed-stage companies, working on innovative solutions in agriculture and food tech.

Benefits: Investment of up to $100,000 CAD, tailored mentorship, access to the THRIVE ecosystem, participation in an accelerator program, and access to the Demo Day event where startups can present to top investors and corporate.

Description:

The Thrive Canada Accelerator 2024-2025 is designed to support early-stage AgriFood Tech startups in Canada. The program aims to foster innovation and growth in the agriculture and food technology sectors. By participating in this program, selected startups will gain access to the THRIVE ecosystem, industry expertise, and the necessary tools to scale their businesses. The accelerator program provides a mix of virtual and in-person sessions over four months, focusing on areas such as business development, investment strategy, and scaling operations. Startups will also get an opportunity to present at a Demo Day in front of top investors and corporate partners.

Eligibility:

  • Open to early-stage startups based in Canada.
  • Startups should be in the AgriFood Tech sector, working on innovative solutions that address key challenges in agriculture and food technology.
  • Must be at the pre-seed to seed-stage level.
  • Teams should have a minimum viable product (MVP) and market traction.
  • Founders must demonstrate a passion for innovation in the AgriFood sector and a commitment to scaling their startups.

Benefits:

Funded Program.

  • Funding: Investment of up to $100,000 CAD for selected startups.
  • Mentorship: Access to tailored mentorship from industry experts within the THRIVE network.
  • Networking: Connections to a global network of investors, corporate partners, and other startups in the AgriFood Tech space.
  • Training: Participation in a structured accelerator program designed to provide tools and knowledge for scaling a startup.
  • Demo Day: Opportunity to present at Demo Day to top investors and corporate partners.

How to apply?

Interested applicants can apply online through the official THRIVE Canada Accelerator application page. Be sure to complete the application form and provide details about your startup, including your team, product, and market traction.

For more information, please visit the official website.