Collège Boréal’s space for innovation, research, and incubation—l’Espace d’innovation, de recherche et d’incubation (EIRI) Desjardins—provides tailored support and expertise to emerging entrepreneurs through inspiring conferences, training workshops, personalized mentoring, and strategic networking events.
This integrated approach helps project leaders develop essential business management skills, including digital marketing, accounting, human resources, and business law.
EIRI features a modern space in the heart of Toronto’s vibrant Distillery District. Its flexible facilities, equipped with two videoconferencing screens, foster collaborative work and inspire innovative ideas.
Beyond its incubation mission, EIRI supports applied research projects, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and innovation across a wide range of fields.
With its partners and network of collaborators, EIRI serves as a true catalyst for entrepreneurship and innovation in Toronto, providing a dynamic environment and valuable resources to help entrepreneurs bring their projects to life.
J'ai eu cette force de créer mon entreprise grâce à l'EIRI Desjardins.
Séverine Sedjibo ― Owner of the service de restauration Zouzouwowo.ca
EIRI is here to support you in your business ventures.
Thinking of starting a business to offer your products or services? Want to develop your business skills? Looking for support or tools?
Our Services:
- Training
- Mentoring
- Customized resources
Online services are also available.
EIRI provides tools and activities to help you build essential skills in various areas:
- Business start-up
- Digital marketing
- Accounting
- Human resources
- Legal affairs
- … and much more
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Looking for expert advice, technical support, or inspiration? Join our talks, conferences, and workshops.
Sign up for free or contact us for assistance.
Applied Research Projects
Do you have an innovative idea or a concrete problem to solve?
EIRI supports you and connects you with the right people to:
- Explore an issue or delve deeper into a subject
- Test a prototype
- Validate an approach
Submit your project.
You may be eligible for financial support to take your solutions to the next level.
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Our Events
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Sep
Public and Private Funding – Preparation and Strategies
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16 September 2025
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17:30 To 19:30
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Zoom
16
Oct
International Partnership Strategies
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16 October 2025
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17:30 To 19:30
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Zoom
28
Oct
Corporate Legal Structure and Financing
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28 October 2025
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17:30 To 19:30
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Forum Francophone de la Finance et de l’Investissement 2025 du Club Canadien.
The EIRI in photos
Resources
Business Resources – Other Fields
- Desjardins (Entreprises)
- Club Canadien
- Compétences 360
- ImpactON
- Fédération des gens d’affaires francophones de l’Ontario
- FrancoQueer (business)
- Action Positive
- Société économique de l’Ontario
- BusinessTO – Toronto Small Business Enterprise Centre
- Mon carnet (L’Actualité numérique) Bruno Guglielminetti
- 120 secondes de tech
- Start a business in Ontario – 10 steps to start a business in Ontario for entrepreneurs
- Get funding or more help
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