Title: DMZ – A Global Tech Incubator at Toronto Metropolitan University

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• Founders #### OUR PROGRAMS Find your program Discover the program that fits your needs.Incubator 18-month program to scale and become investor-ready.Pre-Incubator 9-month program to get your first customers and sell. #### PARTNER PROGRAMS Centre for Housing Innovation Accelerator program and skill building initiatives.Siakam EdTech Engine 12-week accelerator to transform education in classrooms.Backing Canadian Small Businesses 15-week mentorship program with $10K grants from Amex Canada. #### FOUNDER SUPPORT Equity & diversity Learn how we’re advancing and supporting diverse founders.DMZ Counsel Get legal support tailored to startups at every stage of growth.Startup Visa Startup Visa program helps global founders launch in Canada. #### DISCOVER Startup Directory Explore our startups.Startup Job Board Explore job opportunities with Canada’s top startups.


• Professionals &Students #### FOR PROFESSIONALS & STUDENTS Find your program Discover courses and workshops to help you grow.Launchpad Free, virtual platform to help aspiring entrepreneurs build key skills.Masterclass Expert-led courses and workshops to level up your skills. #### YOUTH PROGRAMMING Basecamp Summer programs for students to launch startups and win grants.Italia360 8-week program for Italian-heritage students to build real-world startups. #### FOR University STUDENTS Startup Certified Startup skills for University Students launching or joining teams.Request sponsorship Want DMZ to sponsor your student initiative? Submit a request form.


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  Enterprise #### ABOUT Enterprise overview Global initiatives to build ecosystems and fuel innovation. #### OFFERINGS Corporate partnerships Work with top startups to stay ahead and shape what’s next.Advisory services Tailored support to design and grow founder-first startup ecosystems.Franchise Bring the DMZ model to your region and build a world-class startup hub. #### DMZ VENTURES DMZ Ventures The for-profit investment arm of DMZ with a focus on investments and commercialization.Angel Investor Network Connecting angel investors with startups driving Canada’s tech future.

  
  


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  About #### DISCOVER About DMZ A tech incubator & global ecosystem helping startups grow & scale.Events Founder-focused events designed to inspire, connect, & accelerate growth.Blog Stories, insights, and resources to support founders at every stage. #### DISCOVER Press Stories showcasing our founders, programs, and global reach.FAQs Quick answers to common questions about our programs and support.Startup Job Board Explore job opportunities with Canada’s top startups. #### THE PEOPLE Our team A founder-first team driven to help startups thrive & reach bold ambitions.Our Experts-in-Residence Real-world experts, advisors, and partners to guide startup growth.Our Advisory Council Business leaders guiding DMZ’s strategy and expanding global impact. #### DISCOVER Our startups Explore our network of startups and founders.Contact us Get in touch to explore programs, partnerships, or opportunities at DMZ.

  
  


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OUR PROGRAMS

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PARTNER PROGRAMS

Centre for Housing InnovationSiakam EdTech EngineBacking Canadian Small Businesses

FOUNDER SUPPORT

Equity & diversityDMZ CounselStartup Visa

DISCOVER

Startup DirectoryStartup Job Board

Professionals &Students

For Professionals and Students

Find your programLaunchpadMasterclass

YOUTH PROGRAMMING

BasecampItalia360

FOR TMU STUDENTS

Startup CertifiedRequest sponsorship

Enterprise

ABOUT

Enterprise overview

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DMZ VENTURES

DMZ VenturesAngel Investor Network

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THE PEOPLE

Our teamOur Experts-in-ResidenceOur Advisory CouncilOur startups

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You build.

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From first prototype to global traction, we help tech founders grow with mentorship, investment and world-class startup support — so you can scale with clarity and confidence.

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A proven engine for startup & professional growth.

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One-on-one and customized mentorship

Investor access and global scaling

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Pitch Competition | Black Innovation Summit

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Centre For Housing Innovation Accelerator Program

Begins November 2025

6 months

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Incubator Fall Cohort

Begins Fall 2025

18 Months

Program Accessible Virtually or In-person

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Trusted by 2400+ startups.

$2.95B+ raised by DMZ startups

15+ countries with DMZ programs

3,000 investors & mentors in your corner

25,000+ jobs created

Our powerhouse portfolio.

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DMZ x GLOBL Jam

5:00pm

Mattamy Athletic Centre

Paid

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IP & Innovation Breakfast

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Aug 25

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Italia360 Demo Day

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DMZ HQ

Free

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Unlike unicorns chasing rapid growth, camels conserve resources, navigate challenges, and play the long game. We help founders build lean, adaptable companies designed to last.

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Professionals &Students

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