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NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program
Free CleanTech accelerator support for New Brunswick startups
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program gives selected New Brunswick startups access to Foresight’s CleanTech accelerator programming at no cost. It supports climate tech, CleanTech, and environmental sustainability ventures through validation, launch, growth, and investor-readiness streams.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- New Brunswick
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
- Participation in Foresight CleanTech accelerator programming.
- Support for startup validation, launch, growth, and investor readiness.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New Brunswick startups
- Companies incorporated in New Brunswick
- Federally incorporated companies based in New Brunswick
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Selection criteria
- Fit with the company’s stage of development.
- Fit with the most suitable program stream.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the call for companies
- Monitor the October intake period.
- Check that the company fits the program focus.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Apply through the NBIF portal.
- Submit the application before November 30, 2024.
- Step 3: Participate in the interview
- Selected companies take part in a call with Foresight.
- The interview helps identify the best-fit program stream.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted through the NBIF portal.
- Selected companies take part in a call with Foresight.
- Foresight uses the interview to match each company to the most suitable program stream.
- Participants are asked to report on business progress and program impact.
Additional information
- Selected companies will access regular mentorship hours and 1:1 venture support.
- Participants will join the Foresight cohort best matched to their stage of development.
- Applications are accepted until November 30, 2024.
- Programming starts in Winter 2025.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program Program
What is the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?
This program gives selected New Brunswick startups access to Foresight’s CleanTech accelerator programming at no cost. It supports climate tech, CleanTech, and environmental sustainability ventures through validation, launch, growth, and investor-readiness streams.
Who is eligible for the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program?
To be eligible for the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program, you must:
New Brunswick startup
Incorporated and based in New Brunswick
Climate tech or CleanTech solution
What expenses are eligible under NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?
Participation in Foresight CleanTech accelerator programming.
Support for startup validation, launch, growth, and investor readiness.
Who can I contact for more information about the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?
You can contact New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF) by email at programs@nbif.ca.
Where is the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program available?
The NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?
NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program is funded by New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)