How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Water Incubation Program?

Water Incubation Program is funded by 2 Degrés

What are Water Incubation Program's eligibility criterias?

The business must be in the pre-startup phase, specifically NMT-3 to 6. The project must be based in Quebec. The business model should show technological innovation with a substantial impact in the water sector.

Water Incubation Program

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports startups developing innovative water solutions

Water Incubation Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Utilities

Grant Providers

2 Degrés

Status

Open

Overview of the Water Incubation Program program

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.

Financing terms and conditions

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.

Eligible projects & activities

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 80,000

Install solar panels on community center roof

Eligibility criteria of the Water Incubation Program program

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.

Who is eligible?

- 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.

Eligible geographic areas

Companies located in Quebec.

How to apply to the Water Incubation Program program

Participate in the information session

Prepare the application file

Write the project proposal specifying the technological innovation related to water.
Include documents that demonstrate the potential of your business model and international export.

Submit the project

Follow the instructions given during the information session to officially submit your application.
Ensure that all requested documents and information are correctly finalized and included.

Additional information

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.

Apply to this program