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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000 - $ 300,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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.
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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
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Investment-readiness bootcamp.
- Pitch preparation and pitch competition.
- Coaching, advisory, and investor networking support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women founders.
- Early-stage tech startups.
- Tech-enabled startups.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the SheBoot Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SheBoot. 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 SheBoot?
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.
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.
What expenses are eligible under SheBoot?
Investment-readiness bootcamp.
Pitch preparation and pitch competition.
Coaching, advisory, and investor networking support.
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.
Is the SheBoot a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SheBoot is a Partnering and Collaboration