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IDEA Step-up Program: Unlock Your Business Potential

Are you ready to take your innovative business to the next level? The IDEA Step-Up Program is now accepting applications until Monday, December 15th at 11:59 PM. This transformative 6-month initiative is designed to support companies like yours as you navigate the challenges of growth and scaling, all while promoting sustainability and inclusivity. Why Apply? […]

EmpowHER Tech Launchpad: Accelerating Women-Led Tech Ventures

Are you a newcomer woman in tech or leading a tech business with a groundbreaking product ready for the market? The EmpowHER Tech Launchpad is here to catapult your venture to new heights! In partnership with YSpace, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our pilot program this November. Designed specifically for women-led tech […]

IDEA at Startupfest Montreal 2024

What an amazing experience attending Startupfest, filled with innovation and opportunity! IDEA Mississauga companies brought their best, competing for the $100,000 prize! We also had an opportunity to connect with amazing industry partners. Building these relationships is key to growing our innovation ecosystem. Here’s to more exciting opportunities ahead!

IDEA Connect Summer Market

Our Summer Company entrepreneurs stole the show at the IDEA Connect Summer Market, showcasing their amazing sales skills and innovative small businesses! From making confident connections to sealing deals, these young entrepreneurs truly impressed us. With 10+ businesses from Mississauga, this event was a perfect blend of networking, fun, and idea-sharing. Let’s continue to cheer […]

IDEA at Collision 2024

At Collision 2024, the IDEA team had an amazing time exploring the latest innovations, networking with brilliant minds, and gaining valuable insights into the future of technology.⁣ Thank you again to our IDEA companies and program participants for joining us on this journey and showcasing your businesses. Your collaboration and support made our presence even […]

Congratulations to HDAX Therapeutics!

Congratulations to HDAX Therapeutics, IDEA Step Up Program participant, for receiving a $500,000 grant from the province. The Ontario government announced $5.5 million to help 11 companies in the life sciences sector develop and launch made-in-Ontario health care technologies and innovations. A company that started at the University of Toronto Mississauga, HDAX Therapeutics, grew and […]