
Water Incubation Program
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QC, Canada
Supports startups developing innovative water solutions
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Partnering and Collaboration
Grant and Funding
Expert Advice
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- Utilities
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- 2 Degrés
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The Water Incubation Program offers a total value of $60,000, aiming to support new entrepreneurs in structuring their innovative water-related projects, validating market potential, and maximizing impact. Eligible activities include workshops, personalized mentoring, collaborative sessions, and development within Quebec's cleantech ecosystem.
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- The program offers a financial aid package valued at $60,000, covering a significant portion of the incubation costs.
- Participants are required to contribute $350 per month (plus taxes) to access the resources and services of the program.
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- Structuring water-related innovations.
- Market validation for water sector projects.
- Maximizing the impact in water technology developments.
- Strengthening leadership and business capabilities in water startups.
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$ 80,000
Install solar panels on community center roof
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- The project must be in the pre-startup stage, specifically NMT-3 to 6.
- The project must be based in Quebec.
- The project must have potential for international exportation.
- The business model must involve technological innovation with impact.
- The sector of activity must be water-related.
- Applicants must commit a minimum of 20 hours per week, with 5 to 10 hours dedicated to the program and additional time for business development outside the program.
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- Entrepreneurs and start-ups in the pre-launch stage (NMT-3 to 6 months) located in Quebec.- Companies with a technological innovation business model that has a significant impact.- Businesses operating in the water sector, particularly those with international export potential.
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- Companies located in Quebec.
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- The program offers more than 50 training sessions and workshops throughout its duration.
- Participants receive over 120 hours of personalized support, including 90 hours from community experts tailored to specific project needs and priorities.
- Monthly sessions are provided to practice pitching.
- Workshops focus on collective intelligence and peer support.
- Collaboration environments are available at Walter Quebec and Walter Montreal.
- Participants gain access to a range of events dedicated to entrepreneurs in the cleantech ecosystem.
- The program lasts for 12 months and is structured into four phases.
- Participants contribute $350 per month (plus taxes) towards the program, with much support covered by organizational and financial partners.
- A program information session is scheduled online for March 11, 2025, at 12 PM.
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