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Raise Next Accelerator

Launch. Scale.
Raise Capital.

A high-impact accelerator program designed to help early-stage startups validate, grow and raise.

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What you get

Expert mentorship

One-on-one guidance from successful entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Investor access

Direct introductions to top VCs, angels and strategic partners.

Practical workshops

Hands-on sessions on fundraising, growth, product and go-to-market.

Demo day

Pitch your startup to a curated audience of investors and leaders.

Fundraising support

Refine your pitch, valuation strategy and investor materials.

Strong community

Join a network of ambitious founders building the future together.

About the program

The Raise Next Accelerator is a 12-week intensive program for early-stage startups with high growth potential.

We help founders go from idea to investment-ready through mentorship, workshops, strategic support and connections that open doors.

  • Equity-free program
  • Hybrid: in person & online
  • Limited spots per cohort
  • Open to Canadian and international startups

Who should apply?

  • Pre-seed & seed startups

    Startups with a working product or MVP looking to grow and raise capital.

  • Ambition & drive

    Founders who are coachable, resilient and ready to scale.

  • Global vision

    Startups aiming to build solutions with global impact.

  • 100+

    Startups supported

  • $50M+

    Capital raised

  • 80+

    Mentors & experts

  • 90%

    Would recommend us

Program journey

  1. 1. Apply

    Submit your application and tell us about your startup.

  2. 2. Selection

    Our team reviews applications and selects high-potential startups.

  3. 3. Onboarding

    Meet the cohort, mentors and get ready for the journey.

  4. 4. Accelerate

    12 weeks of mentorship, workshops and strategic support.

  5. 5. Demo day

    Pitch to investors and partners and take your startup to the next level.

Quick FAQ

Twelve weeks, running hybrid — in person in Montréal and online — so founders outside the city can take part.

No. The accelerator is equity-free — we do not take a stake in your company for participating.

Yes. The programme is open to Canadian and international startups, and the hybrid format is designed for it.

Ready to accelerate your startup?

Join a community of founders building the future and access the capital, mentorship and network you need to grow.

Apply Now