No matter what stage you are at, online four-stage Founders Program is available to all Manitobans.
We provide comprehensive resources, combined with regional knowledge and international experience. Technology-enabled and advanced manufacturing businesses will receive foundational business training, access to experts, networking, mentorship, pathfinding to growth capital, and ongoing entrepreneur-in-resident support.
A network of peers, professionals and subject-matter experts.
A coordinated program of supports and services.
A path to investment readiness.
Online and in-person, hands-on education.
Access to a curated resource list.
North Forge will assess coachability and fit to determine the most suitable stage for each company.
Who You Are: You are an entrepreneur with an idea. You need to gain an in-depth understanding of the customer problem, the market, and the critical supports required for success with a honed-in value proposition. No cost.
Stage Length: 7 weeks
Who You Are: You are an early-stage startup with a product that is undergoing primary product development. You need to understand the importance of the business model canvas (BMC) in telling the story of your business and learn how to pitch. No cost.
Stage Length: 5 weeks
Who You Are: You are a startup looking to build a working prototype and commercialize your product. You want to expand your network to support your business growth and are preparing to scale. Cost: $500/month (deferred payment).
Average Length: 12 months, with an additional 12 months of resource support available for business models that have a slower rate of entry to market.
Who You Are: You are a startup with a proven revenue-to-customer base, and potential to raise a Series A investment round. You are growing quickly with a validated marketable solution. You need a network of specialized supports that will help you realize scalable growth, and prepare you for an investment round. Cost: $1000/month (deferred payment).
Stage Length: 12 months, with an additional 12 months of resource support available for business models that have a slower rate of entry to market.
