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Geniuses in business
Entrepreneurial competition supporting student innovation and commercialization skills
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 25, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Geniuses in Business is a competition that enables students to test and showcase their innovative commercialization projects, receive mentorship from experts, and gain professional development through specialized training. The program supports entrepreneurial initiatives in areas such as healthcare, sustainable energy, veterinary medicine, and robotics, though the maximum funding amount is not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 25, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization of innovative student-led projects.
- Development of new antibiotics specifically for veterinary use to support One Health initiatives.
- Transformation of waste into sustainable, local energy solutions.
- Enhancement of healthcare services and diagnostic tools.
- Creation and implementation of eco-innovative systems for sustainability.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Student-led projects focused on innovation commercialization
Additional information
- The event final will be held on March 25, 2025, in Montreal.
- Participants receive mentorship and training from industry experts.
- The competition gives visibility to finalists through public announcements and recognition.
- Partner organizations are involved in the competition, offering additional support and networking opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Geniuses in business Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Geniuses in business. 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 Geniuses in business?
Geniuses in Business is a competition that enables students to test and showcase their innovative commercialization projects, receive mentorship from experts, and gain professional development through specialized training. The program supports entrepreneurial initiatives in areas such as healthcare, sustainable energy, veterinary medicine, and robotics, though the maximum funding amount is not specified.
Who is eligible for the Geniuses in business program?
To be eligible for the Geniuses in business program, you must:
No explicit eligibility criteria for for-profit businesses provided.
What expenses are eligible under Geniuses in business?
Commercialization of innovative student-led projects.
Development of new antibiotics specifically for veterinary use to support One Health initiatives.
Transformation of waste into sustainable, local energy solutions.
Enhancement of healthcare services and diagnostic tools.
Creation and implementation of eco-innovative systems for sustainability.
Where is the Geniuses in business available?
The Geniuses in business program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Geniuses in business a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Geniuses in business is a Grant and Funding