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SheBoot

Investment-readiness program for women tech founders

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Source change captured May 16, 2026

Funding available: $ 100,000 - $ 300,000
Deadline: Unspecified
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply: Women founders.; See full eligibility

Overview

SheBoot supports women founders in tech to become investment-ready and pitch for equity-based funding. The program combines training, coaching, advisory support, and a pitch competition with up to $300,000 in investment.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $300,000
Minimum funding: $100,000

Financing goals

Increase performance through digital transformation
Increase social or community impact
Attract or retain talent
Increase production or service capacity
Develop strategic partnerships
Increase operational productivity
Develop workforce skills
Strengthen organizational capacity
Access new markets
Start a business
Reach a new target audience
Launch or market a product/service
Ensure financial sustainability

Eligible candidates

Location: Ottawa
Ontario
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: Women
Legal structures: For-profit business

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 2

Latest changes

May 16, 2026

SheBoot applications are closed until April 2027

SheBoot updated its application status to closed for the 2026 cohort and says applications will reopen in April 2027, while the main apply links were replaced with follow and learn-more links.

SheBoot now says applications for the 2026 cohort are closed and will reopen in April 2027, replacing the prior posted deadline. The main apply-now links were also removed or redirected to other pages and social links, which changes how applicants reach the program.

May 16, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Women founders.
Early-stage tech startups.
Tech-enabled startups.

Eligible geographic areas

Canada.

Activities funded

Investment-readiness bootcamp.
Pitch preparation and pitch competition.
Coaching, advisory, and investor networking support.

How to apply

Step 1: Review program fit
- Check whether the company is an early-stage tech or tech-enabled startup led by a woman founder.
Step 2: Complete the application
- Submit the online application form through the SheBoot application link.
Step 3: Wait for selection
- Applications are reviewed through a criteria-based process.
- Selected founders are invited to join the cohort.

Selection criteria

Applicants are reviewed through a criteria-based evaluation.
Early-stage traction is considered.
Founder readiness is considered.
Innovation, scalability, and tech-enabled business profile are assessed.

Additional information

SheBoot is a national non-profit organization.
The program is designed and delivered by women investors and entrepreneurs.
It includes a six-week bootcamp, ongoing support, and a pitch competition.

Contacts

info@sheboot.ca

613.761.8523

Official sources

Frequently Asked Questions about the SheBoot Program

What is the SheBoot?

How much funding can be received?

SheBoot Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the SheBoot program?

To be eligible for the SheBoot program, you must: Woman founder. Early-stage tech startup. Based in Canada.

Who can I contact for more information about the SheBoot?

You can contact SheBoot by email at info@sheboot.ca or by phone at 613.761.8523.

Where is the SheBoot available?

The SheBoot program is available the province of Ontario.

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