Partner & Sponsor: Power Manitoba's Innovation Economy

Innovation doesn't happen in isolation. It takes mentors, resources, and a community willing to invest in it. As a North Forge partner or sponsor, your support goes beyond brand visibility: you become an active contributor to launching startups, creating high-value jobs, and building Manitoba's innovation economy.

The Impact So Far

Startups supported

655 Jobs created (FTE*)

1313

Capital raised

$45.5M

Revenue growth since joining North Forge

$42.8M

Where Your Partnership Makes an Impact

Startup Creation & Growth

Mentorship, prototyping facilities, and commercialization support that turn great ideas into scalable Manitoba businesses.

New startups launched
Investment readiness & capital attraction
Product commercialization

Founder Education & Mentorship

Workshops and one-on-one mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs who've built and grown real companies.

Expert-led workshops
Advisory & mentorship hours
Business skill development

Innovation & Commercialization

FabLab access, technical expertise, and strategic partnerships that turn prototypes into market-ready products.

Product prototyping & fabrication
Technology commercialization
Research-to-market collaboration

Talent Development & Retention

Career pathways that keep skilled talent building companies in Manitoba, instead of leaving to build them elsewhere.

Entrepreneur & workforce development
Skilled talent retention
Student & maker engagement

Manitoba Economic Development

Every successful startup ripples through the economy: new jobs, new investment, stronger supply chains.

New jobs created
Capital attracted to Manitoba
Increased economic diversification

Interested in partnering with us?

We'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in partnering with us, please email our Community & Partnerships Manager, Katja Falconer, at kfalconer@northforge.ca

See Sponsorship Levels Below:

Community Champion | $6,500 Annually

Show your commitment to Manitoba's innovation ecosystem and help support entrepreneurs, talent development, and economic growth.

Who this is for: Organizations ready to make a tangible local impact and become part of the North Forge community.

Join the ecosystem

Founder Champion | $15,000 Annually

Get year-round visibility and direct opportunities to share your expertise with North Forge founders.

Who this is for: Professional service providers, including legal, accounting, insurance, banking, HR, marketing, and business advisory firms.

Meet the founders

Growth Champion | $30,000 Annually

Help expand opportunities for entrepreneurs while growing innovation capacity across Manitoba.

Who this is for: Organizations that want to contribute to founder education, commercialization, and long-term ecosystem growth.

Grow with us

Innovation Champion | $50,000 Annually

Join a recognized group of leaders accelerating entrepreneurship and business growth across the province.

Who this is for: Companies that want to actively shape Manitoba's future through advanced programming and collaboration.

Shape the narrative

Leadership Champion | $75,000 Annually

Become a strategic champion of innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development in Manitoba.

Who this is for: Organizations seeking recognition as leaders of Manitoba's innovation ecosystem.

Lead the conversation

Founding Champion | $125,000+ Annually

A strategic, long-term investment that helps shape the future of Manitoba's innovation ecosystem.

Who this is for: Organizations that believe lasting impact comes from long-term investment in people, ideas, and community.

Limited to two organizations annually.

Let's build together

Championed by

Founder Champions

FabLab Champions

Community Champions

Ecosystem Partners

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