STARTS WITH AN IDEA.
IDEA Mississauga has the essential building blocks that entrepreneurs and innovators need to get started and grow. Through our IDEA Square One Entrepreneurship Hub, you can access a network of mentorship, partners, talent and connections to test, scale and commercialize solutions to global challenges. Powered by Invest Mississauga.
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IDEA Square One - Entrepreneurship Hub
The IDEA Square One Entrepreneurship Hub is the home of IDEA Mississauga. Located Downtown inside the Square One Shopping Centre, IDEA Square One is a 4,300 square-foot facility for startups, scale-ups, corporate leaders, and investors to collaborate and grow together.
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Step-Up Program
This 6-month program supports innovative and inclusive companies to grow and overcome barriers. There are workshops that address common challenges faced by CEOs of scaling companies.
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Funding & Support Finder
Find the support your business needs all in one place: grants, tax credits, other tax incentives, loans, loan guarantees, equity and accelerators.
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10 Steps to Starting a Small Business
From developing your business idea to registering your business, learn about our 10 recommended steps to follow when starting a small business in Ontario. Read what each step requires and access a library of resources including webinars and more.
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IDEA Square One Space Rental
Are you interested in booking an event and meeting spaces in IDEA Square One? Learn more about the process below.
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Summer Company Program
Are you a Mississauga student 15 to 29 years and have a business idea you’re excited about? Have you always wanted to experience what it would be like to be your own boss? Now is your chance to become an Entrepreneur!
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Starter Company PLUS Program
The program assists people 18 years and over interested in starting, expanding or purchasing a business in Mississauga. To apply to the Starter Company PLUS Program in Mississauga, you must confirm your eligibility to participate in the program and attend a mandatory info session.
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Business Advisory Services
Do you have business questions, concerns, or challenges related to the development and growth of your business? Are you looking for guidance? Meet with a subject matter expert to answer questions about business operations, legal, accounting and more.
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Our Services
IDEA Mississauga including the Invest Mississauga team provide information and services to help your business grow and prosper in Mississauga. Whether you’re starting, expanding, consolidating or relocating your company, you can rely on our team of professionals to help make your decisions easier, faster and more effective. We understand that each situation may be unique – the services we provide can be tailored to your specific needs.
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Get Involved
Are you interested in becoming a part of Mississauga’s vibrant entrepreneurship and innovation community as a business advisor, guest speaker, event sponsor, or vendor? Learn more about the process below.
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IDEA
MISSISSAUGA.
IDEA – Mississauga Innovation District has the essential building blocks that entrepreneurs and innovators need to solve society’s greatest challenges. A network of mentorship, partners, talent and connections to test, scale and commercialize solutions to global challenges.
IDEA is Mississauga’s collaborative lead for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. A distinctive community that supports and connects local and globally minded entrepreneurs and businesses, generating international recognition for the City.
IDEA
SQUARE ONE.
- Monday - Friday
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The IDEA Square One Entrepreneurship Hub is the home of IDEA Mississauga. Located Downtown inside the Square One Shopping Centre, IDEA Square One is a 4,300 square-foot facility for startups, scale-ups, corporate leaders, and investors to collaborate and grow together. Come experience Mississauga’s vibrant entrepreneurship and innovation community at IDEA Square One!
DISCOVER OUR ECOSYSTEM.
Mississauga has all the right ingredients to support growth for small business scale-ups and entrepreneurs through its integrated innovation assets and diverse business community.