ideaBUILD Spring 2026 Cohort

About

A 10-month accelerator program designed for early-stage deep tech companies focused on health solutions, offering financial support, mentorship, and training to help develop physical product prototypes. Participants will benefit from industry connections and expert guidance to enhance their business growth and innovation.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  $10,000 in prototype development materials funding
• 🎓Mentorship Program
  Access to 12 weeks of deep tech entrepreneurship training
• 🏢Accelerator Program
  10-month acceleration program to support growth
• 🌐Industry Mentorship
  Collaboration with top industry mentors for prototype development
• 📈Networking Opportunities
  Connections to a network of entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all early-stage deep tech companies focusing on developing "physical solutions" for health; no requirement to be affiliated with Dalhousie; must be working on health-related fields with a need for physical product prototype development; no geographical restrictions, but primarily aimed at Canadian or global applicants; must be in the deep tech industry.

Participation Commitments

• Must participate in the 10-month acceleration program
• Attendance at the 12-week deep tech entrepreneurship training is required
• Must engage with mentors and industry experts throughout the program
• Regular progress updates and participation in program events are expected.

Target Region

Founders in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada

Target Sector

Deep tech focused on health-related solutions