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DMZ at Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto, OntarioFoundations & Ecosystem-BuildingMember

You build. We've got your back. From first prototype to global traction, we help tech founders grow with mentorship, investment and world-class startup support — so you can scale with clarity and confidence.

Ryerson is Canada's leader in innovative, career-focused education and a university clearly on the move. It is a distinctly urban university with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. Ryerson has a mission to serve societal need and a long-standing commitment to engaging its community.

Founded

1948

DMZ startups have raised $3.1B+. The organization operates in 15+ countries with 3,000 investors and mentors. DMZ portfolio companies have created 25,000+ jobs. The organization emphasizes the 'camel mindset' philosophy for sustainable startup building. Offers one-on-one and customized mentorship, investor access, community and networking for founders. Also provides upskilling programs for students and professionals with certifications and badges.

Foundations & Ecosystem-Buildinglow confidence

Build the entrepreneurial foundations and an innovation platform for ventures and founders to build from

Sector-agnostic (broad industry focus). Flexible accountability (community-oriented, earlier-stage).

DisclosureBAI type is CAIN’s inferred classification based on available data. It has not been confirmed by the member unless otherwise indicated.

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Incubator Spring 2026 Cohort

incubator

18-month incubation program available virtually or in-person in DMZ Toronto

Pre-Incubator

incubator

9-month program with two intakes annually, accessible virtually or in-person

Basecamp

accelerator

8-week in-person program

Embark Business Academy (Em-Ba)

course

14-week virtual program

Women Innovation Summit

event

Free event in Downtown Toronto

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Carleton University Innovation Hub

Ottawa, Ontario

Turning Today's Ideas Into Tomorrow's Impact

Carleton University is a dynamic research and teaching institution located in Ottawa, Canada. With over 200 academic programs, it offers a superior learning experience for students from diverse backgrounds.

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EDGE (Sheridan)

Mississauga, Ontario

Where impact and entrepreneurship thrive

EDGE is a vibrant community of people from all backgrounds and walks of life who believe entrepreneurship can make lasting change in society. We support changemakers as they explore entrepreneurial approaches to creating a more equitable and sustainable world. In collaboration with our partners, EDGE provides new and growing ventures with mentorship, learning programs and support to access funding. EDGE is a gateway to Sheridan’s innovation resources and offers physical and virtual communities where impact entrepreneurs can thrive.

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Humber Centre for Entrepreneurship

Toronto, Ontario

Established in 1967, Humber is one of Canada’s leading postsecondary institutions. Committed to student success through excellence in teaching and learning, Humber serves 31,000 full-time students and 56,000 continuing education registrants. With an internationally recognized reputation for quality learning, Humber offers a wide-range of career-focused opportunities for students to personalize their educational path, including 180 full-time programs across more than 40 fields of study, 200 part-time and 60 online programs or courses. More than four out of five of Humber graduates are employed within six months of completing their studies.

General/industry agnostic
Foundations & Ecosystem-Building
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KITE Research Institute

Toronto, Ontario

KITE is a world leader in complex rehabilitation with 100 scientists dedicated to improving the lives of people living with the effects of disability, illness, and aging. KITE is one of the principal research enterprises at the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's top medical research hospital with more than $539 million in total annual research expenditures and 1,194 principal investigators (2023).

General/industry agnostic
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