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Elevate Women+

Q: Who is eligible for the Elevate Women+ program?

To be eligible for the Elevate Women+ program, you must: Founder or investor identified as a woman or of diverse gender identities Based in Canada Developing innovative technological solutions or interested in investment

Q: Where is the Elevate Women+ available?

The Elevate Women+ program is available across Canada.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Elevate Women+?

Elevate Women+ is funded by Elevate Talent

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports women and gender-diverse founders in Canadian tech entrepreneurship

Grant and Funding

Overview

Elevate Women+ is a government-supported initiative focused on advancing women-identified and gender-diverse entrepreneurs and investors in Canada’s tech sector through targeted readiness programs, mentorship, and access to capital. The program funds projects that foster a more inclusive venture capital ecosystem, supporting activities such as entrepreneurial and investor incubators, networking, and skills development.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Location

Canada

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

2SLGBTQI+
Canadians
Startups
Women

Activities funded

Incubation of women-identified and gender-diverse founders developing innovative technology solutions.
Programs supporting women and gender-diverse individuals interested in becoming investors in the tech sector.
Mentorship and networking initiatives aimed at increasing access to venture capital and investment opportunities for women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs and investors.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 95,000

Launching a fintech incubator for gender-diverse tech founders

$ 47,000

Online skills-building webinars for women-led tech founders

$ 61,000

AI bootcamp for aspiring women angel investors in technology

$ 39,000

Networking initiative to connect women investors with tech startups

$ 85,000

Mentorship circles for Indigenous women in healthtech innovation

$ 90,000

Developing an accelerator for women in cleantech SaaS startups

Eligibility

The applicant must be a women-identified or gender-diverse founder or entrepreneur in Canada.
The project must involve building innovative technology solutions with the potential for global scale.
The applicant can also be a women-identified or gender-diverse individual interested in exploring investment opportunities in the tech sector.

Who is eligible?

Innovative technology companies founded by women-identified and gender-diverse individuals

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

How to apply

Verify eligibility requirements

Review the eligibility criteria for the Women+ Entrepreneur Incubator or Women+ Investor Incubator
Ensure your profile aligns with program priorities, focusing on women-identified and gender-diverse founders or investors

Select program and prepare documents

Choose the relevant program: Women+ Entrepreneur Incubator or Women+ Investor Incubator
Gather necessary personal and business information for your application

Complete and submit application form

Access the official program application via the Elevate Women+ website
Fill out the required online form with accurate details
Upload all supporting documentation as instructed

Additional information

The program is presented in partnership with The Firehood and receives support from the Government of Canada.
Participants gain access to networking opportunities, mentorship, and readiness programs.
The initiative targets creating an inclusive and accessible tech and innovation ecosystem in Canada.
Program information is available in both English and French.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Elevate Women+ Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Elevate Women+. 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.