Incubate an engineering startup (Innovator Program)

The Engineering Incubator is a mentor-centric commercialization platform designed to move innovation from concept to a venture scale company. It works with students, researchers, faculty, and recent alumni across all faculties to transform technical ideas into scalable ventures. The Incubator's model integrates structured entrepreneurial education with real venture execution. Participants develop the skills, discipline, and strategic judgment required to navigate commercialization while actively building alongside experienced mentors and industry leaders. There is no cost to participate, and no equity or fees are taken. A business plan, pitch deck, or incorporated company are not needed to apply.

How to Access

  1. Fill out the Application Form.
  2. Book a meeting with the Entrepreneur-in-Residence.
  3. If selected for the incubator, teams begin with a 3-month probation period to build momentum and validate goals.
  4. Teams that demonstrate progress continue into the 12-month incubator cohort.

Hours of Operation
Fall/Winter terms: Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

What to Expect

Each cohort supports 15 teams for an 8–12 month period towards one of three primary outcomes: building a sustainable business, securing venture capital funding, or advancing to a top accelerator. Teams are paired with mentors to set bi-weekly goals, develop the business, and tackle technical problems. Educational sessions focused on cohort interests are also provided monthly.

Cost

No charge for service

Relevant Links

Engineering Incubator

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Researchers

Home Campus: North Campus

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, Virtual/Phone Meeting

Access: Scheduled Events

Service Provider: Faculty of Engineering

Language: English