Early Stage Programming
acceleratorTurn your innovation into a scalable business. Access tools, mentorship, and resources to validate your idea and build your MVP at your own pace.
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Innovation Factory
Southern Ontario's business accelerator for tech innovation
Overview
Innovation Factory is Hamilton's Catalyst for Tech Innovation. Access the business services, training, mentorship and strategic connections you need to help bring your disruptive technologies to market.
Founded
2010
Free services with no equity taken. Offers one-on-one mentorship with growth and industry experts. Based in Hamilton with locations in Burlington. Provides exclusive access to funding opportunities, business development tools, and commercialization support. Partner organization includes BLAZE IP and Marks & Clerk for IP mentorship.
Classification
Industries
General/industry agnosticOther
Focus Areas
Strategic planningFundraisingCustomer acquisitionBusiness model developmentPitch trainingIntellectual propertyTalent acquisitionCommercialization
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Stages supported
IdeaDiscoveryValidationEfficiencyScaleMature
BAI Positioning
Finessemedium 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).
Learn more about the four BAI types →Programs
Workshops
courseTraining covering marketing, sales, business planning and more.
Funding Investment
otherHelp understanding what type of investment is right for you and preparation needed.
IP Programming
courseLegal strategies and intellectual property guidance to protect your business and scale.
Pitch Competitions
eventTraining, expert advice, and opportunity to win cash and prizes through signature pitch competitions.
Academy at iF
courseOn-demand and online training across key topics for growing businesses.
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