Our Program

Lab2Market Launch is a transformative 4-month accelerator program designed to help entrepreneurial students and research teams turn innovative ideas into scalable technology-based ventures. Tailored for ambitious individuals ready to form, build, and grow their businesses, the program combines local innovation hub support with the credibility and resources of the national Lab2Market network.

What You’ll Gain:

• Expert Guidance: Benefit from tailored just-in-time instruction, mentorship, and coaching from seasoned entrepreneurs, industry experts, and a simulated board of directors.

• Financial Support: Access $10,000 in stipends at no cost to participants.

• Practical Skills and Validation: Refine your business model through workshops, all while gaining actionable insights to accelerate your venture.

• Showcase and Networking Opportunities: Pitch your venture to key ecosystem stakeholders and leave with a validated business case ready for funding opportunities.

• Supportive Ecosystem: Collaborate with a Canada-wide network of experienced entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and researchers dedicated to helping you build and grow your venture.

Lab2Market Launch empowers participants with the tools, support, and confidence to turn their vision into reality. Join a collaborative network dedicated to fostering your growth and success.

Eligibility

Lab2Market Launch is designed for students, researchers, and recent graduates with research-based ventures ready to explore their commercial potential. The program operates nationwide through a network of seven regional and national hubs, serving diverse disciplines. A specialized Lab2Market Health Cohort is also available, tailored for ventures in Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Med-Tech, Human and Animal Health, and Health IT.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Team Composition: Each team must include:

  • A current student (graduate, postdoctoral, or a recent graduate within two years of completing their academic program).
    Note: College students are eligible.

  • A faculty supervisor.

• Market Validation: Teams should have conducted substantial primary market research, including at least 50 customer discovery interviews, and be able to demonstrate the market opportunity for their technology with supporting evidence.

• Funding & Time Commitment:
  The program is partially funded through the Mitacs Business Strategy Internship (BSI) program. Participants must:

  • Meet Mitacs eligibility requirements.

  • Commit full-time (30+ hours per week) to qualify for the stipend.

Still have questions? Email us at launch@lab2market.ca to request more information.