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Accelerator Roundup

The Top 7 Accelerators & Incubators in Montreal

Discover the top 7 accelerators in Montreal and take your early-stage startup to new heights.

MontrealCanadaAll Verticals
7 programs · Statuses checked Nov 2026
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Overview

startersss tracks 8 accelerator and incubator programs in Montreal, Canada: 7 still operating, and 1 that has shut down or gone offline (listed at the end). 3 are verified as accepting applications; the nearest published deadline is Dec 1, 2026, for Centech. Of those operating, 3 run in person, 2 run hybrid and 1 runs remotely. The most common focus areas are Fintech (4), AI (3) and Healthcare (3). For the rest of Canada, see every program in Canada.

01

AQC Capital

MontrealCanadaRolling admissions

AQC Capital is known for being a specialized accelerator that focuses on early-stage startups in the fintech and insurtech sectors. Startups in these industries that are looking for mentorship, funding, and access to a strong network of in…

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst cheque$750ExitsUndisclosedFounded2020
How it works
DurationDuration UnknownFormatUnknownEquityUp to $750k
Verticals
Artificial IntelligenceHealthcareFintechCybersecurity
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02

Centech

MontrealCanadaApplications open · deadline Dec 1, 2026

Centech is a startup accelerator based in Montreal, Canada, known for its focus on deep technology startups. They provide a 12-month program that includes mentorship, access to funding, and a dedicated space for startups to work on their p…

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
DurationDuration UnknownFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Artificial IntelligenceHealthcareCleantechFintech
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03

TandemLaunch

MontrealCanadaRolling admissions

TandemLaunch is a startup incubator and venture capital firm that helps entrepreneurs turn research and technology into successful businesses.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExits3Founded2010
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Artificial IntelligenceAudioAutomotiveComputer Vision
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04

Carbon 13 Venture Builder

MontrealCanada

A venture builder that creates and invests in startups focused on decarbonization.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2015
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Climate
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05

CQDM

MontrealCanada

CQDM is known for its focus on supporting innovative life sciences startups in Canada. They provide funding, mentorship, and access to a network of industry experts, making it an ideal accelerator for early-stage startups in the biopharmac…

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2008
How it works
DurationDuration UnknownFormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Life SciencesHealthtech
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06

FounderFuel

MontrealCanada

We are Canada’s Leading Venture Accelerator

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits13Founded2010
How it works
Duration12 weeksFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceInternetSaaSVenture Capital
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07

The Holt Xchange

MontrealCanada

The Holt Xchange is known for its focus on early-stage startups in the transportation and logistics industry. With a strong emphasis on mentorship and industry connections, this accelerator is ideal for startups looking to disrupt and inno…

About
First cheque$135ExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration12 WeeksFormatHybridEquityUp to $135k
Verticals
Fintech
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No longer operating

One program from earlier versions of this list has since shut down or gone offline (checked Nov 2026): Techstars Montreal AI Accelerator.

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