We are digitally open. It’s business-as-virtual.
COVID-19 may have brought many changes to the way we all do things, but it hasn’t stopped us from helping you start, grow and succeed.
Here’s the latest on our programming:
- Member companies can always reach their startup advisor, CSM, growth coach or favourite Communitecher over the phone, via text, email, video conference, the Communitech Startup slack channel or Google Chat. Not sure who to contact? Start by reaching out to startup@communitech.ca.
- Companies that don’t (yet) have a dedicated startup advisor can sign up here for “The Advisor Is In”: one-on-one time to discuss a specific topic, challenge or issue you are facing with one of our expert growth coaches. This service is now available weekly on Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- You can access expert advice from members of the Communitech Pro Squad—our in-house trusted business pros.
- Data Concierge and Data Growth Coaching, workshops, onboarding, meetings and Data Hub Sessions are now accessible to Communitech members via virtual connections. Reach out to wladimir.daurel@communitech.ca for more info!
- The majority of Communitech’s Advanced Technology Platforms (NGNP, ENCQOR 5G) can still be accessed virtually! Reach out to mauro.rossi@communitech.ca for more info on what’s virtually available.
For the current status of COVID-19 in Waterloo Region, visit Waterloo Region Public Health and Emergency Services.
For information on symptoms and what to do if you feel sick, visit the COVID-19 page at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
For further COVID-19 information, visit Health Canada.
To download the COVID Alert App, click here.
Startup and scale-up support
- Member companies can always reach their startup advisor, CSM, growth coach or favourite Communitecher over the phone, via text, email, video conference, the Communitech Startup slack channel or Google Chat. Not sure who to contact? Start by reaching out to startup@communitech.ca.
- Companies that don’t (yet) have a dedicated startup advisor can sign up here for “The Advisor Is In”: one-on-one time to discuss a specific topic, challenge or issue you are facing with one of our expert growth coaches. This service is now available weekly on Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- You can access expert advice from members of the Communitech Pro Squad—our in-house trusted business pros.
Find business support info and tech community resources.
A full rundown of federal government supports for businesses can be found here, but here’s a quick(ish) overview:
- Capital Bridge Financing Program for startups (BDC)
- Active Funders in Canada (HockeyStick)
- Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster Launches Funding Program to help scale response to COVID-19 (nGen)
- Follow the money – How local firms can access help (Communitech News)
- Support for entrepreneurs impacted by the coronavirus COVID-19 (BDC)
- Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan (GOV)
- Navigating Volatility in the General Economy in Growth Stage Technology Businesses
- Frequently Asked Questions – Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers (GOV)
Got more questions? We are here to help you navigate the dynamics of the current situation. For more on accessing capital and finances, send a note to investor@communitech.ca.
- COVID-19 Collection of Resources (MaRS)
- Pandemic Preparedness for Business?(Canadian Chamber of Commerce)
- Waterloo EDC COVID-19 Resources
Got more questions? We are here to help you navigate the dynamics of the current situation. For more on business resources, send a note to startup@communitech.ca.
Sign up for updates
Subscribe to our newsletter, Your Week In Tech, to receive more information on the Waterloo Region tech community and beyond. We’ve increased our newsletter’s frequency to twice a week to ensure you’re up-to-date on the latest COVID-19 news.
We’ve put together this page of resources, tips and links to assist with business continuity amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ll do our best to keep this information up to date as the situation evolves.
If you have any comments, concerns or suggestions for additions to this page, please feel free to contact Candace Beres, Manager of Communications, at candace.beres@communitech.ca.
