The Top 5 Accelerators in Ottawa
Discover the top 5 accelerators in Ottawa and supercharge your startup's growth.
Overview
Ottawa has a growing base of early-stage founders, and a handful of accelerators have emerged to fund and scale them — offering capital, mentorship, and the networks teams need to build in the region. Here are 5 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.
Canada India Accelerator Program
An accelerator that connects Canadian and Indian startups to facilitate cross-border collaborations.
Canadian Technology Accelerator
An accelerator that provides mentorship and networking opportunities to Canadian tech startups looking to expand globally.
Startup Canada
Startup Canada is a national nonprofit organization that supports and promotes entrepreneurship and innovation in Canada.
Invest Ottawa
Invest Ottawa is a non-profit organization that supports the growth and success of entrepreneurs and startups in the Ottawa region by providing access to funding, mentorship, and resources.
L-SPARK
L-SPARK is a Canadian accelerator that helps early-stage software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies grow and succeed through mentorship, funding, and access to a
No longer operating
One program from earlier versions of this list has since shut down or gone offline (checked Jul 2026): Startup Ottawa.