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MaRS Momentum
Strategic support for scaling innovative companies
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened April 3, 2023
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
MaRS Momentum supports incorporated Canadian companies with innovative technology in cleantech, health and life sciences, or emerging technologies as they work toward $100 million in revenue. It offers customized growth planning, access to advisors and networks, support for market expansion, leadership development, and capital readiness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 5,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Growth planning and scaling support.
- Market expansion and international growth support.
- Leadership development for executive teams.
- Funding readiness and capital strategy support.
- Peer learning and advisory sessions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies incorporated in Canada.
- Companies with innovative technology in cleantech, health and life sciences, or emerging technologies.
- Companies with $5 million or more in annual recurring revenue or $15 million+ in total funding post Series A in biotech, hardtech or similar sectors.
- Companies building go-to-market capabilities or advancing product trials with input from key partners.
Selection criteria
- Innovative technology and growth potential.
- Readiness for scaling toward $100 million in revenue.
- Need for support in go-to-market, product trials, or market expansion.
- Strength of annual recurring revenue or capital raised.
How to apply
- Reach out to momentum@marsdd.com to start the conversation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through an initial conversation with the Momentum team.
- Companies are admitted on a continuous basis, not through fixed cohorts.
- Support is tailored to the company’s goals, milestones, and timeline.
Additional information
- Momentum is not a cohort-based program, and companies can join at any time.
- Most teams engage between one to five hours per month through meetings, advisory sessions, and curated peer discussions.
- Portfolio companies also have access to a network of 50+ volunteer advisors through MaRS Connect.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MaRS Momentum Program
What is the MaRS Momentum?
MaRS Momentum supports incorporated Canadian companies with innovative technology in cleantech, health and life sciences, or emerging technologies as they work toward $100 million in revenue. It offers customized growth planning, access to advisors and networks, support for market expansion, leadership development, and capital readiness.
Who is eligible for the MaRS Momentum program?
To be eligible for the MaRS Momentum program, you must:
The company must be incorporated in Canada.
The company must have developed innovative technology and operate in cleantech, health and life sciences, or emerging technologies.
The company must have $5 million or more in annual recurring revenue or have raised $15 million+ in total funding post Series A, with the ambition to grow to $100 million in revenue.
What expenses are eligible under MaRS Momentum?
Growth planning and scaling support.
Market expansion and international growth support.
Leadership development for executive teams.
Funding readiness and capital strategy support.
Peer learning and advisory sessions.
Who can I contact for more information about the MaRS Momentum?
You can contact MaRS Discovery District by email at momentum@marsdd.com.
Where is the MaRS Momentum available?
The MaRS Momentum program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the MaRS Momentum?
MaRS Momentum is funded by MaRS Discovery District