Participants receive mentorship, commercialization support, educational sessions, and networking opportunities throughout the 12-week program.
Program Components
Weekly Cohort Sessions
Twelve weekly virtual sessions
Each session is 90 minutes long
Sessions are facilitated by a designated Cohort Mentor
Expert-Led Learning
Presentations from industry experts
Commercialization-focused content and guidance
Mentorship and Advisory Support
Group mentorship
One-on-one mentorship
Access to sector advisors and innovation leaders
Intellectual Property Support
Tailored IP support through Conestoga's Centre for Commercialization
Investor Readiness Support
Pitch coaching
Access to an investor feedback panel
Community and Networking
Membership in a peer cohort
Access to CFIN's YODL digital platform
Matchmaking opportunities
Innovation scouting services