Business Mentorship and Entrepreneurship Program

Business mentorship and education programThe Business Mentorship and Entrepreneurship Program (BMEP) is part of Ontario’s Market Readiness Program (MRP). MRP is funded by Ontario’s Ministry of Research and Innovation. And jointly delivered by MaRS and the Ontario Centres of Excellence.

The Market Readiness Program aims to equip high-potential technology companies and entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed. And move successfully into the global marketplace.

Resources include:

Business Mentorship and Entrepreneurship Program (BMEP)

  • Provides services and resources to high-potential technology entrepreneurs.
  • Helps companies accelerate the process of taking innovative products and services to market.

Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF)

  • An early-stage seed fund for Ontario technology companies.
  • Up to $500,000 (convertible debenture in return for a nominal equity position)
  • More information

National Angel Capital Organization

  • Connecting high-potential entrepreneurs with angel investors across Canada.
  • More information

 

How we can help you

  • Business planning
  • Sales and marketing
  • Financing and funding strategy
  • Human resources
  • Financial management, accounting, tax
  • Legal and intellectual property 
  • Product development and marketing
  • Operations and manufacturing
  • Customer relationship management
  • Strategic partnerships

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