An introduction to some of the Atlantic Canadian agencies helping technology-minded enterprisers turn their blueprints into business success

Propel SAINT JOHN, N.B. (REMOTE-FIRST)

Who it’s for: Technology entrepreneurs throughout Atlantic Canada, from founders still testing an idea to startups with customers and growing revenues.

What it does: Propel is a virtual accelerator offering dedicated business coaching, mentorship and practical instruction in customer validation, sales and growth. Its Vision & Validation program serves pre-revenue companies; Traction & Growth helps those already generating revenue find repeatable customers and expand.

Springboard Atlantic HALIFAX, N.S.

Who it’s for: Atlantic Canadian researchers and technology startups, particularly those commercializing university or college research or developing valuable intellectual property.

What it does: Springboard connects entrepreneurs with academic researchers, facilities and commercialization expertise across the region. Its Atlantic IP Advantage program helps startups understand and protect their intellectual property, develop patent and trademark strategies and access professional advice and financial support for implementing those strategies.

ACENET ST. JOHN’S, N.L.

Who it’s for: Atlantic Canadian startups that need advanced computing resources, particularly companies involved in AI, machine learning, modelling or large-scale data analysis.

What it does: ACENET supplies high-performance computing, specialized technical advice and training without requiring young companies to build their own computing infrastructure. Its Jump Start program is available to startups registered with an incubator or accelerator and offers up to 10,000 computing hours or 285 GPU hours, plus consulting and training.

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