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eCommerce North Tech Accelerator

Accelerator supporting Canadian tech startups in ecommerce innovation

Elevate Talent

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Funding available

Varies by project

Timeline

Open Date : July 7, 2025
Closing date : August 28, 2025

Location

Ontario, Canada

Overview

The eCommerce North Tech Accelerator supports Canadian tech startups in the ecommerce, retail technology, and merchant solutions sectors with mentorship, workshops, and access to Moneris' product suite, helping companies scale and explore industry partnerships. While the program has helped participants collectively raise over $10 million, it does not specify a direct funding amount, focusing instead on business growth, operational excellence, and leadership development.

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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

Open Date : July 7, 2025
Closing date : August 28, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Location

Ontario

Legal structures

For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Other Racialized Persons
Canadians
Startups
Women

Next Steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Development and scaling of innovative technology solutions in ecommerce, retail tech, or merchant services.
Integration or partnership projects involving Moneris payment solutions.
Business growth initiatives supported by mentorship, workshops, and leadership development.
Enhancement of operational processes, product offerings, or sales strategies within commerce-focused startups.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Tech startups in Canada
Companies building solutions in ecommerce
Businesses focusing on retail technology
Startups developing solutions for merchants

Eligible expenses

Access to Moneris product suite and associated tools, such as Moneris Online, Moneris Go, and Tap to Pay.
Mentoring and consulting sessions with industry experts through dedicated workshops and expert-led mentor sessions.
Complimentary admission to industry events, including CIX and Elevate Festival.

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Additional information

Participants receive complimentary access to industry events such as CIX and Elevate Festival in Toronto.
The program emphasizes support for underrepresented and female founders.
Expert mentoring is provided across domains like fundraising, marketing, product design, and sales.
Over 1,500 mentorship hours have been delivered, and $10MM+ has been raised by previous participants.

Frequently Asked Questions about the eCommerce North Tech Accelerator Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the eCommerce North Tech Accelerator. 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 eCommerce North Tech Accelerator?

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was August 28, 2025.

Who is eligible for the eCommerce North Tech Accelerator program?

To be eligible for the eCommerce North Tech Accelerator program, you must: Canadian tech startups in ecommerce, retail tech, or merchant solutions Open to mentorship and partnership opportunities with Moneris

What expenses are eligible under eCommerce North Tech Accelerator?

Development and scaling of innovative technology solutions in ecommerce, retail tech, or merchant services. Integration or partnership projects involving Moneris payment solutions. Business growth initiatives supported by mentorship, workshops, and leadership development. Enhancement of operational processes, product offerings, or sales strategies within commerce-focused startups.