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EDGE (Sheridan)
Where impact and entrepreneurship thrive
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Overview
EDGE is a vibrant community of people from all backgrounds and walks of life who believe entrepreneurship can make lasting change in society. We support changemakers as they explore entrepreneurial approaches to creating a more equitable and sustainable world. In collaboration with our partners, EDGE provides new and growing ventures with mentorship, learning programs and support to access funding. EDGE is a gateway to Sheridan’s innovation resources and offers physical and virtual communities where impact entrepreneurs can thrive.
Type
Not-for-profit
Founded
1967
Regions
Ontario (ON)
Classification
Stages supported
IdeaDiscoveryValidationEfficiencyScale
Services offered
- Access to specialized equipment, lab facilities, and/or services
BAI Positioning
Finesselow confidence
Refining and expanding venture growth and entrepreneurial competencies and create the connections across innovation ecosystem
Sector-agnostic (broad industry focus). Higher accountability signals (equity/paid programs, later-stage focus).
DisclosureBAI type is CAIN’s inferred classification based on available data. It has not been confirmed by the member unless otherwise indicated.
Learn more about the four BAI types →Programs
Momentum
Program for growing impact ventures
Rise
Program for earning revenue and enhancing impact
Social Impact Catalyst
Program for impact entrepreneurs
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