Fierce Founders Uplift helps accelerate your path from startup to world leader. Participating companies receive $10,000 in non-matching funds and one-on-one advice from Communitech growth coaches. 

Applications are now closed.

To qualify for this program, you are:

• A woman or non-binary founder from an equity-deserving group. (i.e. you identify with an under-represented ethnicity/race, as having a disability, or as a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community).
• Coachable and driven.
• The founder of a tech company based in Ontario or across Canada.
• Has a minimum viable product, early market traction and ideas on how to elevate the business.

Through this 3 - 5 month program, participants will: 

• Receive $10,000 in non-matching funds.
• Connect and build relationships with like-minded entrepreneurs.
• Access hands-on support from Communitech’s experienced growth coaches to help build and execute on a customized growth plan. 
• Receive assistance identifying market opportunities and uncovering the gaps within their go-to-market strategy.
• Expand leadership and business skills through one-on-one coaching and workshops. 

Successful applicants will be selected to participate in an interview process with Communitech growth coaches.

Applications are now closed.

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