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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Technical and business services to help innovators launch and grow their business and move from idea to impact with confidence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The District 3 Launch & Grow Program supports startups with initial traction to achieve product market fit and scale globally. Eligible activities are focused on building products, acquiring customers, and securing funding.
- 1:1 coaching on a biweekly basis centered around 90-day sprints
- Building entrepreneurship skills
- Participating in tailored workshops, peer-to-peer sessions, and 1:1 sessions with industry experts
- Access to co-working and state-of-the-art lab spaces
- Support in accessing non-dilutive funding opportunities
- Navigating dilutive fundraising rounds
- Expanding to international markets with support
- Accessing a network of investors
- Receiving free industry-leading market data
- International development support
- Partaking in a community of like-minded individuals
- Joining partner incubator and accelerator programs
- Planning and integration in the US through Market Connect
- Building relationships with US investors through Investor Connect
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The Launch & Grow Program at District 3 is designed for early-stage startups leveraging emerging technologies or innovative business models. The program provides tailored services to accelerate product market fit and scale startups globally.
- D3 Bio: Startups in biomanufacturing, bioengineering, sectors such as biopharma, agri-food, clean technologies, and biomaterials.
- D3 Healthcare: Early stage medtech and healthtech startups.
- D3 High Tech: Early stage startups focusing on emerging technologies.
- D3 Social: Startups focused on social issues like education, health, environment, and culture.
Eligible geographic areas
The eligible geographic zones for this grant include various regions as indicated by the incubator's network and partners.
- Canada
- United States
- Europe
- China
Selection criteria
This grant appears to be selective on key aspects such as the novelty of the idea, the commitment level of the team, and the potential for growth. Below are the evaluation and selection criteria mentioned for this grant:
- An idea that leverages emerging technologies or an innovative business model
- A minimum of two co-founders
- Full-time commitment from at least one co-founder
How to apply
- Step 1: Ensure Eligibility
- Verify that you have an idea leveraging emerging technologies or an innovative business model.
- Ensure there are a minimum of two co-founders.
- Confirm full-time commitment from at least one co-founder.
- Step 2: Submit Application
- Prepare your application detailing your startup and its traction.
- Submit the application through the designated online platform.
- Step 3: Wait for Response
- Wait for up to 2 weeks for a response from the grant provider.
- Receive notification of acceptance or rejection.
- Step 4: Initial Evaluation
- Upon acceptance, participate in an initial evaluation.
- Assess whether your startup should continue or consider pivoting.
- Step 5: Participate in the Program
- Engage in biweekly 1:1 coaching sessions and tailored workshops.
- Utilize access to co-working and lab spaces.
- Take advantage of networking opportunities and market data access.
- Step 6: Ongoing Assessments
- Every three months, undergo an assessment to evaluate progress and necessary pivots.
- Adjust strategies based on the assessments to ensure you're on the right track.
- Step 7: Completion
- Complete the program after up to 24 months.
- Ensure you have a viable business and have acquired the necessary entrepreneurial competencies.
Additional information
The program is designed for startups with initial traction, providing extensive support to reach product market fit and scale.
- Customized 1:1 coaching and expert support
- Workshops and best-in-class training
- Access to co-working and lab spaces
- Guidance for both non-dilutive and dilutive funding
- Networking opportunities with investors
- Support for international market integration
- Eligibility for up to 24 months of support
- Rolling admissions with responses within two weeks
- Divided into specialized streams: Bio, Healthcare, High Tech, and Social
Frequently Asked Questions about the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow Program
What is the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow?
Technical and business services to help innovators launch and grow their business and move from idea to impact with confidence.
Who is eligible for the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow program?
To be eligible for the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow program, you must:
The startup must leverage emerging technologies or have an innovative business model.
A minimum of two co-founders is required.
Full-time commitment from at least one co-founder is necessary.
What expenses are eligible under District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow?
The District 3 Launch & Grow Program supports startups with initial traction to achieve product market fit and scale globally. Eligible activities are focused on building products, acquiring customers, and securing funding. 1:1 coaching on a biweekly basis centered around 90-day sprints
Building entrepreneurship skills
Participating in tailored workshops, peer-to-peer sessions, and 1:1 sessions with industry experts
Access to co-working and state-of-the-art lab spaces
Support in accessing non-dilutive funding opportunities
Navigating dilutive fundraising rounds
Expanding to international markets with support
Accessing a network of investors
Receiving free industry-leading market data
International development support
Partaking in a community of like-minded individuals
Joining partner incubator and accelerator programs
Planning and integration in the US through Market Connect
Building relationships with US investors through Investor Connect
Where is the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow available?
The District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow program is available across Canada.
Is the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow a grant, loan, or tax credit?
District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow?
District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow is funded by District3