Driving innovation, building community.
North Forge is an award winning not-for-profit startup incubator, accelerator, and state-of-the-art fabrication lab.
We are a powerhouse entrepreneur community, fuelling Manitoba’s innovative science-based, technology-enabled, and advanced manufacturing startups from ideation to funding by offering unparalleled experiences and resources to help startups grow.
Our facilities boast one of North America’s largest publicly accessible fabrication labs (FabLab™), where startups and makers have access to cutting-edge tools and technologies to bring their visions to life.
Join a community that drives innovation and builds connections. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned maker, North Forge's 4-stage Founders Program is here to support your journey from concept to commercialization.
Driving innovation, building community, for those who dare to do.
Who we are
Our Purpose
At North Forge, we are more than just an incubator—we ignite the potential of startups. As a community-driven force, we create spaces where entrepreneurs can collaboratively evolve, supported by accessible and innovative programs tailored to their growth. Our identity is built on the foundations of inclusivity, support, and ethics, ensuring that every entrepreneur, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to succeed.
Our Mission
North Forge is dedicated to fostering innovation, supporting startups, and driving economic growth by creating a collaborative environment where entrepreneurs can thrive, access resources, and scale their businesses.
Our Vision
Manitoba becomes the destination of choice for innovative entrepreneurship.
Diversity & Inclusion
North Forge is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion. A thriving ecosystem must be representative of all voices—ensuring that women, BIPOC, and underrepresented groups have access to the same opportunities, mentorship, and funding.
2024 Spirit of Winnipeg Awards CODE Recipient
This award recognizes outstanding work that contributes to advancing equity, accessibility, inclusion and reconciliation through impactful programming, events, policy change, or other activities.
2024 TECNA Innovation Awards
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Recipient
This award recognizing teams who have developed innovative initiatives in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
