The York Region has allocated $1 million to bolster entrepreneurship initiatives for international and female entrepreneurs through Project JumpSTART. This collaborative endeavour is spearheaded by York University’s innovation hub, YSpace, in conjunction with the Schulich School of Business’s Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Treefrog Accelerator.
The funding infusion aims to amplify the reach and impact of York University’s ELLA programme and the Treefrog accelerator programme. Participants will gain access to a spectrum of resources, including workshops, mentorship opportunities, and specialised training facilitated by the Schulich Venture Academy. Specifically, the funding will fuel the expansion of the YSpace ELLA Programme, focusing on women entrepreneurs, and Treefrog’s accelerator programme, which welcomes both international and local startups.
Sourced from the York Region Innovation Investment Fund, this municipal funding is earmarked for initiatives supporting research institutes, centres of excellence, post-secondary training, research facilities, and tech-related infrastructure projects within the region.
York University President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton highlighted the significance of JumpSTART in bridging the gender gap in Canada’s entrepreneurial landscape, where only 17 percent of private sector businessYork Region Commits $1 Million to Support International and Female Entrepreneurs through Project JumpSTART
York Region has allocated $1 million to bolster entrepreneurship initiatives for international and female entrepreneurs through Project JumpSTART. This collaborative endeavour is spearheaded by York University’s innovation hub, YSpace, in conjunction with the Schulich School of Business’s Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Treefrog Accelerator.
The funding infusion aims to amplify the reach and impact of York University’s ELLA programme and the Treefrog accelerator programme. Participants will gain access to a spectrum of resources, including workshops, mentorship opportunities, and specialised training facilitated by the Schulich Venture Academy. Specifically, the funding will fuel the expansion of the YSpace ELLA Programme, focusing on women entrepreneurs, and Treefrog’s accelerator programme, which welcomes both international and local startups.
Sourced from the York Region Innovation Investment Fund, this municipal funding is earmarked for initiatives supporting research institutes, centres of excellence, post-secondary training, research facilities, and tech-related infrastructure projects within the region.
York University President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton highlighted the significance of JumpSTART in bridging the gender gap in Canada’s entrepreneurial landscape, where only 17 percent of private sector businesses are owned by women. The initiative aims to provide crucial support to women entrepreneurs and attract international talent to the York Region.
In addition to driving investment into the region, Project JumpSTART prioritises diversity in entrepreneurship by championing international and female founders. It aims to establish a conducive environment for tech entrepreneurs, facilitating a smooth transition into the region.
This commitment to fostering entrepreneurship aligns with York University’s broader efforts to bolster the local tech sector. Initiatives such as the joint venture studio established with Toronto innovation hub OneEleven and the Schulich Venture Academy underscore the university’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation within the tech ecosystem. With the active involvement of industry leaders, York Region is poised to emerge as a thriving hub for entrepreneurial endeavours, fostering a culture of innovation and diversity in entrepreneurship.
es are owned by women. The initiative aims to provide crucial support to women entrepreneurs and attract international talent to the York Region.
In addition to driving investment into the region, Project JumpSTART prioritises diversity in entrepreneurship by championing international and female founders. It aims to establish a conducive environment for tech entrepreneurs, facilitating a smooth transition into the region.
This commitment to fostering entrepreneurship aligns with York University’s broader efforts to bolster the local tech sector. Initiatives such as the joint venture studio established with Toronto innovation hub OneEleven and the Schulich Venture Academy underscore the university’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation within the tech ecosystem. With the active involvement of industry leaders, York Region is poised to emerge as a thriving hub for entrepreneurial endeavours, fostering a culture of innovation and diversity in entrepreneurship.
