Landing-Pad Accelerator Program (LPAP)

Provides financial assistance of up to $10,000 to foster job creation and support the development of IP assets in Eastern Ontario in the Energy, Environment, and Engineering (EN3) sectors, for newcomer and women entrepreneurs.

Must be a female-led business or a newcomer to Canada (permanent resident less than 5 years); must be coachable and committed to program requirements; must register as a Spark Centre or Launch Lab client; located in or intending to locate in eastern Ontario; fewer than 500 employees (businesses); demonstrated traction (businesses); filling talent needs in crucial sectors (for talent); pay a $2,500 program entry fee; each founder commits 20 hours of reciprocal advisory/mentorship.