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Last Update: June 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Centech Acceleration is a free 12-week program for technology startups in deeptech, medtech, and edtech. It supports company creation and validation through workshops, coaching, and access to an innovation ecosystem.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Other Health Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation and validation of a technology company.
- Validation of the technology project and product positioning.
- Development of a business model and market strategy.
- Team building and organizational foundation work.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Technology startups.
- Deeptech, medtech, and edtech companies.
- Active entrepreneurs, engineers, students, researchers, and founders with a technology project idea.
Eligible geographic areas
- Montreal, Quebec.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through an initial pre-selection process.
- Shortlisted candidates are invited to a 15-minute individual interview.
- Selected projects are admitted to the next cohort.
- Applicants are informed if their project is selected for the program.
Additional information
- The program is completely free of charge.
- No equity or intellectual property rights are requested.
- Workshops are offered in French only, with pitch and Q&A possible in English.
- Selected companies may later apply to the Propulsion program.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Centech Acceleration Program
What is the Centech Acceleration?
Centech Acceleration is a free 12-week program for technology startups in deeptech, medtech, and edtech. It supports company creation and validation through workshops, coaching, and access to an innovation ecosystem.
Who is eligible for the Centech Acceleration program?
To be eligible for the Centech Acceleration program, you must:
Technology project with commercialization potential.
Significant technological advance or innovation.
Fit with Centech’s target sectors.
What expenses are eligible under Centech Acceleration?
Creation and validation of a technology company.
Validation of the technology project and product positioning.
Development of a business model and market strategy.
Team building and organizational foundation work.
Where is the Centech Acceleration available?
The Centech Acceleration program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Centech Acceleration?
Centech Acceleration is funded by Centech