Incubate Innovate Network of Canada (I-INC)

The Innovation + Impact Network of Canada (I-INC) is a national research commercialization ecosystem, supporting Canada as a global leader in innovation and technology. It accelerates and drives research commercialization outcomes across Canada’s universities through entrepreneurship and innovation training and venture-focused experiential programs designed specifically for scientific researchers. Member institutions contribute to the development and delivery of services, networks and best practices, improving the effectiveness, scale and impact of research and innovation activities within their institutions. I-INC’s programs build on the existing incubator and accelerator ecosystem, addressing the specific needs of researchers and students developing research-based and deep-tech ventures. I-INC member institutions can access a rich ecosystem of domestic and international research partners, identify funding opportunities, connect with top program leaders and mentors, and leverage industry-leading best practices and world-class programming and services. The programs are open to graduate students and researchers from any university in Canada, providing access to the best programming and networks across the country.