Centech Acceleration

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was December 18, 2023.

Q: Is the Centech Acceleration a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Centech Acceleration is a Expert Advice

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Centech Acceleration?

Centech Acceleration is funded by Centech

Q: Where is the Centech Acceleration available?

The Centech Acceleration program is available across Canada.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Centech Acceleration program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Centech Acceleration program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Advice for tech startups to accelerate AI solutions

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 27, 2023
Closing date : December 18, 2023

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Centech

Program status

Closed

Overview

Participate in an upcoming 12-week accelerator program designed for startups that have developed an AI solution applied to supply chains. Get access to workspaces, group clinics, one-on-one coaching, and more.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Create a blockchain-based intellectual property registry for supply chain solutions

$ 140,000

Create AI-driven marketing strategies to improve supply chain transparency for food distributors

$ 180,000

Develop an AI-based financial management system for supply chain enterprises

$ 150,000

Develop an AI solution to optimize supply chain logistics for mid-sized retail companies

$ 120,000

Enhance AI-enabled supply chain analytics platform for small manufacturing firms

$ 130,000

Enhance customer experience in supply chain through AI-driven feedback systems

Eligibility

Eligibility for the Acceleration program is open to various individuals and entities who meet certain criteria.

Applicants should be involved in deeptech, medtech, or edtech fields.
Active entrepreneurs who have started their commercialization phase less than 2 years ago can apply.
Engineers in the workforce are eligible to participate.
Students from all backgrounds can apply.
Researchers who have an idea for a technology project are encouraged to apply.
Other individuals with an idea for a technology project are also eligible.

Who is eligible?

The Acceleration program is designed for entrepreneurs and professionals with projects in deeptech, medtech, or edtech seeking to validate and grow their business ideas. Eligible participants come from various backgrounds but must fit the program's focus areas.

Active entrepreneurs who have entered the commercialization phase of their project within the last two years.
Engineers who are currently in the workforce and have relevant project ideas.
Students from any academic background with a focus on technological innovation.
Researchers with potential technological projects looking to enter the market.
Individuals with innovative technology project ideas aimed at development in deeptech, medtech, or edtech sectors.

Eligible expenses

This grant supports technology-centric projects in deeptech, medtech, and edtech sectors aimed at fostering business growth and market readiness. Activities focus on product development, business modeling, and strategic organizational strengthening for startups.

Product development and technological project validation.
Establishment of business models for market entry.
Strengthening of teams and organizational structuring of startups.

Selection criteria

The Acceleration program at Centech evaluates and accepts new projects twice a year, in the winter and fall. The selection criteria for the Acceleration program at Centech include:

Technology innovation and its potential for disruption
Scalability and market potential
Quality and commitment of the entrepreneurial team
Relevance of the business model
Feasibility and clarity of the project
Alignment with the deeptech, medtech, or edtech fields

How to apply

Online Application

Visit the Centech website to access the application form.
Complete the form with detailed information about the technology project and the team.
Submit the completed form through the website.

Individual Interview

If selected, participate in an individual interview with one of the program managers.
Prepare to discuss the project and answer questions during the interview.

Start of Program

Upon selection, join the cohort of approximately 30 entrepreneurs.
Commence the 12-week Acceleration program as scheduled.

Documents and links

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Centech Acceleration Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Centech Acceleration. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Centech Acceleration?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Centech Acceleration?

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Centech Acceleration a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Centech Acceleration?

Who is eligible for the Centech Acceleration program?

To be eligible for the Centech Acceleration program, you must: Participants must be active entrepreneurs who have started their commercialization phase less than 2 years ago. Open to individuals such as engineers in the workforce, students from all backgrounds, researchers, and any individuals with a technology project idea. Companies should primarily be in the deeptech, medtech, or edtech fields.