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The Top 22 Accelerators in Toronto

Discover the top 22 accelerators in Toronto and supercharge your startup's growth.

TorontoCanadaAll Verticals
22 programs · Statuses checked Jul 2026
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Overview

Toronto 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 22 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.

01

Antler Canada

TorontoCanadaRolling admissions

A startup generator that invests in exceptional people and helps them build disruptive technology companies in Canada.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration5 monthsFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Financial Services
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02

Berkshire International Finance, Inc.

TorontoCanadaApplications open

An incubator program that provides mentorship and resources to fintech startups focused on the Asian market.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded1992
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AppsInformation TechnologyInternetMedical
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03

Creative Destruction Lab

TorontoCanadaApplications open

Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a renowned startup accelerator known for its focus on deep technology ventures. CDL provides mentorship, funding, and access to a network of successful entrepreneurs and investors, making it an ideal choic…

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2012
How it works
Duration8 WeeksFormatIn PersonEquityNo Equity Provided
Verticals
Artificial IntelligenceHealthcareCryptocurrencyEnergy
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04

DMZ

TorontoCanadaApplications open · deadline Sep 1, 2026

A leading technology accelerator that helps startups grow and scale.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExits26Founded2010
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Business DevelopmentConsultingIncubatorsManagement Consulting
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05

Entrepreneur First - Toronto

TorontoCanadaRolling admissions

Find a cofounder at the world’s leading talent investor.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExits13Founded2011
How it works
Duration6 monthsFormatIn PersonEquity6% equity
Verticals
DeeptechCommunitiesInformation Technologies
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06

LawTech Hub

TorontoCanadaApplications open

The first of its kind in Australia bringing together lawyers and entrepreneurs to design and build transformative legal technology.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration6 monthsFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AnalyticsArtificial IntelligenceAutomationBlockchain
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07

Public Incubator

TorontoCanadaRolling admissions

A shared workspace and support program designed to help early-stage businesses grow and develop their ideas.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Angel InvestmentBusiness DevelopmentConsultingEducation
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08

York Entrepreneurship Development Institute

TorontoCanadaRolling admissions

The York Entrepreneurship Development Institute provides education, mentorship, and resources to support entrepreneurs in starting and growing successful businesses.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2013
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
ConsultingManagement ConsultingNon ProfitSocial Entrepreneurship
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09

MaRS Discovery District

TorontoCanadaRolling admissions

MaRS Discovery District in Toronto is one of the world's largest urban innovation hubs. Its equity-free Capital and venture-services programs have helped alumni raise over $19B CAD, with deep support for health, cleantech, and fintech vent…

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst cheque$0ExitsUndisclosedFounded2000
How it works
DurationRollingFormatHybridEquityEquity-free (venture services + capital pro…
Verticals
HealthCleanTechFinTech
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10

Extreme Venture Partners

TorontoCanada

Extreme Venture Partners is an incubator and accelerator that supports early-stage technology startups in Canada with funding, mentorship, and resources.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits14Founded2007
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Angel InvestmentBankingFinanceImpact Investing
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11

Highline Beta

TorontoCanada

Highline Beta is a venture capital firm that helps large enterprises launch and scale new ventures through startup co-creation and investment.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceIncubatorsVenture Capital
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12

INcubes

TorontoCanada

INcubes is a Canadian startup incubator that provides mentorship, funding, and resources to tech entrepreneurs to help them launch and grow their businesses.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2010
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AutomotiveFinanceIncubators
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13

Innovate Financial Health

TorontoCanada

Innovate Financial Health is a company that provides financial wellness solutions that help individuals and organizations improve their financial health.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial Services
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14

KIGALabs

TorontoCanada

KIGALabs is a technology company that specializes in developing software and hardware solutions for businesses and individuals.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
HealthcareLife SciencesInformation TechnologiesSoftware
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15

NEXT Canada

TorontoCanada

NEXT Canada is a national nonprofit organization that supports the development of high-potential entrepreneurs and their ventures.

About
ApplicationsClosedFirst chequeUndisclosedExits16Founded2010
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
EducationFintechHardwareHealth Care
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16

NextAI

TorontoCanada

NextAI is a Canadian startup accelerator and innovation hub that supports and funds entrepreneurs developing artificial intelligence-based solutions.

About
ApplicationsClosedFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Artificial IntelligenceHardwareInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
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17

OneEleven

TorontoCanada

OneEleven is home to a community of high-performing technology scaleups. Membership in OneEleven unlocks unparalleled access to a highly-curated peer network, investment capital, best-in-class partners, on-demand services, and strategic su…

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2017
How it works
DurationFlexible DurationFormatUnknownEquityNo Equity Provided
Verticals
All Verticals
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18

R-LABS Canada Inc.

TorontoCanada

R-LABS Canada Inc. is a technology company that specializes in the development of innovative software solutions for businesses.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2017
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Commercial Real EstateConstructionReal Estate
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19

Social Ventures Zone

TorontoCanada

The Social Ventures Zone is an incubator and accelerator program that supports social entrepreneurs in building sustainable and impactful businesses.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2013
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
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20

Techstars Toronto Accelerator

TorontoCanada

Techstars Toronto Accelerator is a startup accelerator program that provides mentorship and funding to early-stage technology companies.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits3Founded2006
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Business DevelopmentConsultingFinancial Services
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21

The Narwhal Project

TorontoCanada

The Narwhal Project is an independent, non-profit journalism organization that focuses on in-depth investigative reporting on environmental and social justice issues in Canada.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
CleantechSoftware
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22

UTEST

TorontoCanada

UTEST is a software testing and quality assurance company that provides a range of services to ensure the reliability and functionality of web and mobile applications.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits4Founded2012
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
MobileSocial MediaEnterprise SoftwareBig Data
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No longer operating

10 programs from earlier versions of this list have since shut down or gone offline (checked Jul 2026): 500 Startups - Canada · Climate Ventures · Colliers Proptech Accelerator Powered by Techstars · ideaBOOST · LatAm Startups · Primera Impact · Safe x Connected Cities Accelerator · SheEO · Toronto Fashion Incubator · XX.

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