Innovation and Entrepreneurial Financing

Innovate, Learn, and Succeed in Business

Sign up for our webinars and turnkey workshops, take part in an innovation competition, and benefit from expert mentorship and advice with HEC Montréal!

About the Program

This initiative, a collaboration between EIRI at Collège Boréal and the HEC Montréal Entrepreneurship Hub, is supported by the Secrétariat du Québec aux relations canadiennes (SQRC). Over three years, the program will support Francophone entrepreneurs in Ontario by offering:

Workshops and webinars on innovation
An innovation competition
Mentorship and partnerships with local businesses

You can take part in all the activities as a group through a program, or individually, depending on your specific needs and interests.

Four workshops on key aspects of innovation and entrepreneurial financing are planned for the 2025–2026 year.

Program Objectives

Train and Support: Provide high-quality training on innovation and business financing.
Develop Projects: Help entrepreneurs turn their ideas into viable businesses.
Build a Strong Network: Connect entrepreneurs with industry experts.
Ensure Sustainability: Support the long-term continuity of the program.

🌱 Year 1: Launching & Inspiration

Workshop 1

Public and Private Funding – Preparation and Strategies

📅Date: September 16, 2025

🕓Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

📍Location: Zoom

Master the techniques needed to find public and private funding, and learn how to prepare compelling proposals to secure financing.

🚀Year 2: Acceleration & Validation

Webinar 1

International Business Development

📅Date: June 16, 2026

🕓Time: TBD

📍Location: Hybrid – Room 305 (EIRI) or Zoom

Discover strategies and best practices for expanding your business into global markets.

Innovation Competition

Pitch your innovative business idea to a panel of experts!

Winners will receive personalized mentoring to bring their projects to life. Don’t miss this chance to advance your ideas and connect with industry leaders!

🌐Year 3: Growth & Expansion

Workshop 1

Corporate Legal Structure and Financing

📅Date: July 1, 2027

🕓Time: TBD

📍Location: Hybrid – Room 305 (EIRI) or Zoom

Learn how to develop an effective go-to-market plan and use key performance indicators, such as customer acquisition costs, to optimize your business strategy.

Mentoring

Receive personalized guidance through our mentoring program in partnership with Quebec-based companies.

This program provides intensive learning opportunities with experienced professionals. Each partnership is designed to offer a tailored and enriching experience, fostering the growth and success of entrepreneurs.

Donors

This project was made possible through the financial support of the governments of Quebec and Ontario, under the Canadian Francophonie support programs.