Deadline:
May 03, 2024
Location(s)
Canada
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
A rotating program between batches in Edmonton and Calgary, designed with the shared vision of strengthening Alberta as a global hub for tech innovation. Applications for Batch 6 in Calgary are now open!
Details
Scale in the heart of Alberta’s tech innovation hub
We designed this unique program in the region for local and global entrepreneurs to land and expand in the tech innovation ecosystem of the Edmonton-Calgary Corridor.
Batch 5 of the program will welcome up to 20 startups, in Edmonton, to get the opportunity to leverage our startup playbook, run rapid experiments to test the market, and learn funding best practices to scale in Alberta and beyond.
Why the Alberta Accelerator?
- Bespoke programming: Discover a tailored curriculum sensitive to growing sectors in the region, including clean energy, digital health innovation, artificial intelligence, and more.
- Coaching and mentorship: Work directly with local and global industry experts to run rapid experiments, hold customer discovery interviews, and test product-market-fit.
- 500’s global network: Join this unique program while gaining access to a global network of partners, mentors, startups, and more.
Program Overview
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Pre-Program - Application Process
Applications open on April 2, 2024. The deadline to apply is May 3, 2024. The Alberta Accelerator by 500 team will review all applications carefully. We will reach out to schedule an interview if there is a potential fit. We will respond with a decision prior to launching in June 2024.
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Phase 1 - Foundations of Growth
Foundational programming to cover growth marketing hacks, developing ideal customer profiles, and creating an effective one-liner. Founders participate in daily stand-ups that enable peer and resident mentor mentorship and guidance.
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Phase 2 - Customer Discovery
Growth experiments, customer interviews, and weekly 1:1 meetings with mentors from 500 Global’s extensive network across industries.
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Phase 3 - Demo Day
Startups will be equipped on fundraising best practices and will develop an effective presentation to present to Canadian and international partners and industry players at our Demo Day.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Early-stage startups looking to scale in the Edmonton-Calgary Corridor. Both local and international startups are encouraged to apply. Startups should have tech-enabled solutions that may span across different industries and sectors.
Dates
Deadline: May 03, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
The program will last 12 weeks from June 2024 to September 2024.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
