Queen's Entrepreneurs’ Competition (QEC) 2027

About

The Queen's Entrepreneurs’ Competition (QEC) 2027 invites student entrepreneurs to submit their business plans for a chance to pitch in Toronto, with over $700K in funding and valuable networking opportunities available for finalists.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  +$700K in funding — Total funding available for finalists
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Access to industry leaders and mentors
• 🏆Pitching Experience
  Opportunity to present to a panel of judges

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a student entrepreneur
• Must submit a business plan
• Open to startups in any industry

Participation Commitments

• 📅 Preliminary submission required — Business plan must be submitted by January 8, 2027
• 🎤 In-person pitch — Top 15 teams must pitch in Toronto on January 9, 2027

Target Region

Canada

Target Sector

Open to all industries