From your first year to your tenth, there's a membership tier built for where you are. 

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Memberships tiers

Every tier gives you access to the community, people and support your company needs. 

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Companies under $1M revenue

Startup & Startup Premium

Practical support for founders building early momentum.

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Turn conversations at events into your next customer, hire or advisor.

Public Events
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Get quick answers from the Communitech team whenever you need them.

Email Support
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Cut early costs with preferred pricing on workspace, tech tools and trusted partners.

Workspace, Tech Credits & Pro Squad Pricing
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Startup Premium

Deeper support as your company gains traction.

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Learn in a room of founders who've already been where you are.

Curated Founder Peer Groups
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Have one person who knows your business and what you need next.

Named Account Manager
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Get your roles in front of talent with the Work in Tech Job Board, plus get member pricing on compensation data and Employer of Record services.

WIT Job Board, Comp Data & EOR Pricing
Invite-only events
Member pricing on programs, events and workspace
Member Directory listing
Policy insights relevant to your business
Apply for Startup Premium→
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Companies over $1M revenue

Growth

Support built for scaling companies and growing leadership teams.

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Sit with leaders working through the same growth problems you are.

Executive Peer Groups
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Turn company milestones into visibility with marketing and PR support.

Marketing & PR Support for Milestones
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Get curated opportunities, policy insights and public-sector pathway guidance as you scale.

Government Relations Support
Named Account Manager
2 Hub Days a year, plus discounted Tannery Event Centre access
Boosted Work in Tech & Talent Marketplace presence
Member pricing on compensation data, Employer of Record services and Communitech programs and events
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Local companies over $10M revenue

Champion

For the local companies anchoring Waterloo Region's tech community.

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Get introduced to the right people in industry and government.

Targeted introductions 
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Make hiring easier with boosted, Champion-profiled presence on Work in Tech and the Talent Marketplace. 

 Boosted talent marketplace
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Be recognized as a Community Champion on our website and at events.

community champion recognition
Apply for Champion

*Each tier builds on the one before it. Higher tiers carry forward the core benefits of the tiers below, plus the additions shown on each card.

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Companies like yours

A few companies building alongside Communitech right now.

Member exclusive

Pro Squad

A network of trusted business partners who can provide advice and support in areas such as legal, accounting, insurance, recruitment and more.

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Member exclusive

Peer Groups

Connect with a circle of leaders navigating similar challenges. Accessible at the Startup Premium level and above. 

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Frequently asked questions

Email us at membership@communitech.ca and we'll let you know.

Yes. Growth Advisors (formerly Growth Coaching) continues to be available through Communitech. Companies can apply and if eligible, access coaching based on program criteria. In order to be eligible for Growth Advisor support through Communitech, you must meet the following criteria:

  • You are based in Southwestern Ontario.

  • You are a founder or executive leader.

  • Your company is post-ideation stage.

No, they're separate. Government-funded programs are publicly funded, so they're open to every eligible company in the region, member or not. Membership adds deeper connections, curated benefits and dedicated service on top of the government-funded program you’re participating in.

There are a number of tiers to choose from, based on your needs and where you are in your journey. Not sure which fits? Talk to our team and we'll help you find the right place to start.

No, Communitech does not have a waitlist for becoming a member. Please complete the application above and/or reach out to membership@communitech.ca.

That's common and it's exactly what our team is here to help with. Reach out and we'll talk through your company stage and goals and walk you through the tiers.

Yes. Membership is designed to grow with your company. You can reach out at anytime to discuss the other tiers/options available for your company.