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Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch

Incubator for University of British Columbia (UBC) innovators
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Combination of support, space, community and access to investment opportunities to help UBC entrepreneurs succeed.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
  • British Columbia
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 HATCH Venture Builder program is designed to support entrepreneurial ventures striving for significant commercial milestones. Eligible projects focus on advancing ventures through strategic resources and networking opportunities.

  • Projects aimed at securing capital, such as closing a Seed or Series A investment.
  • Initiatives focused on completing major commercial partnerships.
  • Efforts to achieve repeatable sales or establish solid product-market fit.
  • Activities working towards an asset or company acquisition transaction.
  • Efforts to technically de-risk innovations through access to makerspace facilities.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

This grant is designed for interdisciplinary innovators at UBC who are building ventures with significant social, environmental, and economic impact. It supports teams at an advanced stage of development with a focus on commercialization and scaling.

  • Interdisciplinary UBC venture teams with at least two committed members.
  • Teams must have a full-time commitment from at least one member and a plan for the second member to transition to full-time.
  • Ventures must be incorporated, with legal counsel and initial advisory boards in place.
  • Products must be at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6, with proof-of-concept in a simulated environment.
  • Clear path to patent protection if applicable.
  • A well-defined product-market fit validated with customer archetypes.
  • Sustainable business model and financial planning established.
  • Vision for scalable strategy or exit included in the team's growth plan.
  • Adherence to the venture program's code of conduct required.

Eligible expenses

The HATCH Venture Builder grant supports projects led by interdisciplinary innovators seeking to drive social, environmental, and economic impact through venture creation. Eligible projects focus on reaching transformative commercial goals and leveraging cutting-edge resources and mentorship provided by entrepreneurship@UBC and ICICS.

  • Projects aiming to close a Seed or Series A investment round.
  • Initiatives working towards completing major commercial partnerships.
  • Ventures striving for repeatable sales or significant market traction.
  • Efforts leading to asset or company acquisition transactions.
  • Projects utilizing ICICS's makerspace for technical de-risking and innovation development.
  • Initiatives building first teams and gaining initial customer relationships or investor support.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch. 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 Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch?

Combination of support, space, community and access to investment opportunities to help UBC entrepreneurs succeed.

Who is eligible for the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch program?

To be eligible for the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch program, you must: A team consisting of a minimum of two committed members, with at least one member full-time and plans for the second to transition to full-time. The venture must be incorporated with legal counsel, insurance, and an advisory board in place. The product concept should be fully developed, with a proof-of-concept in a simulated environment at TRL Level 6.

What expenses are eligible under Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch?

The HATCH Venture Builder program is designed to support entrepreneurial ventures striving for significant commercial milestones. Eligible projects focus on advancing ventures through strategic resources and networking opportunities. Projects aimed at securing capital, such as closing a Seed or Series A investment. Initiatives focused on completing major commercial partnerships. Efforts to achieve repeatable sales or establish solid product-market fit. Activities working towards an asset or company acquisition transaction. Efforts to technically de-risk innovations through access to makerspace facilities.

Who can I contact for more information about the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch?

You can contact University of British Columbia (UBC).

Where is the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch available?

The Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch is a Researchers And Facilities

Who are the financial supporters of the Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch?

Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch is funded by University of British Columbia (UBC)

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