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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
2
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
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