Ready to Launch Your Business in Canada?

Get FREE Startup Support for Newcomer Entrepreneurs

In partnership with startGBC (George Brown College), ImPact Canada offers an incubation program starting January 13, 2026, designed to help newly arrived founders validate ideas, build skills, and go to market faster.

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Our Partners

What You Get

We believe great ideas shouldn’t wait. Our free program provides hands-on business learning, peer community, and expert mentorship — all tailored for newcomer entrepreneurs.

  • ✅ Structured startup curriculum starting Jan 13, 2026. Learn more.

  • ✅ Expert workshops, tools, and one-on-one mentoring. Learn more.

  • ✅ Peer community of founders building together. Learn more.

  • ✅ Practical support: market validation, pitch prep, funding readiness. Learn more.

  • ✅ No cost — fully sponsored for the first cohort. Learn more.

You’re a fit if…

You’ve recently arrived in Canada.

You have a business idea or early-stage startup.

You’re serious about building a business that works in the Canadian market.

You want community, structure, and guidance.

Not sure yet? You’re still welcome to apply — this is about helping you figure it out!

Program Overview

startGBC: Entrepreneurship Fundamentals Bootcamp

Program kicks off: January 13, 2026

Format: Weekly sessions, mentors, community workshops

Cost: FREE (limited spots)

Partners: startGBC

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  • Trusted partners in entrepreneurship education and community-led startup support.

    ImPact x GBC

Join the January 2026 Cohort — Free Enrollment

If you're interested in working with us, complete the form with a few details about your project. We'll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.

FAQs

Is the program really free?

Yes — thanks to our partners, there is no cost to participate.

Do I need a business already started?

No — this program supports both early ideas and early-stage ventures.

What language is the program in?

English (support available where possible).