Partners

techalliance

" techalliance of southwestern ontario" offers services to help start, grow, and connect companies in many industries including digital media, the life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and clean technology. These services include access to expertise, seed funding, educational programs and workshops...

Small Business Centre, London, Ontario

Since its inception in 1986 as a not-for-profit organization, the London Small Business Centre has provided thousands of entrepreneurs with the training and support necessary to start and grow successful businesses. From concept, through start-up, and the early stages of business, the Centre is a...

Hyde Park Business Improvement Area

The Hyde Park Business Improvement Area, managed by the Hyde Park Business Association is there to support entrepreneurship, small, medium, and corporate businesses at a grass-roots level while bringing together area businesses with the community to foster an economically strong neighbourhood. For...

Pillar Nonprofit Network

Pillar Nonprofit Network strengthens individuals, organizations and enterprises invested in positive community impact. We support more than 610 nonprofits, social enterprises, and social innovators by sharing resources, exchanging knowledge and creating meaningful connections across the three...

Impact Loan (Goodwill Industries)

If you are starting or expanding your business and you are unable to obtain traditional bank financing, you may be eligible for a loan of up to $5,000 through Impact Loan. Those who meet the eligibility criteria will be guided through a process for developing a business plan, as well as being...

Old East Village Business Improvement Area (OEVBIA)

The Old East Village BIA represents the businesses and property owners that make up the Old East Village Commercial Corridor. They work with small and large scale developments, as well as a variety of business models ranging from sole proprietorships and corporations, to worker owned co-operatives...

London Economic Development Institute (LEDC)

The London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is the lead economic development agency for London, Ontario, Canada. The LEDC works with business, government, and community partners to attract business investment, develop a connected and supportive business climate, and grow London's talented...

Hamilton Road Business Association

The Hamilton Road Business Improvement Area and Business Association exist to focus the revitalization, beautification, and promotion of the area as a consumer-centered and popular destination for local shoppers. The Association seeks to increase local awareness and patronage of Hamilton Road area...

Argyle Business Improvement Area

The Argyle Business Improvement Association (BIA) works to beautify and promote the Argyle area while fostering a sense of community for businesses and customers alike. Founded in 2011, The Argyle BIA provides support for the businesses within its boundaries, and with over 200 members the area is...

London Chamber of Commerce

The London Chamber of Commerce is a politically independent, membership based, volunteer driven, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to lead and serve the London business community. We work hard on behalf of members, offering insightful and meaningful policy contributions, leading...

findyouranswers.biz and #LondonCAN

findyouranswers.biz is a partnership between several local entrepreneurial support groups, intended to celebrate London entrepreneurs and share their stories. The group uses the hashtag #LondonCAN to spread the word. The partnership also highlights the collaborative approach that these different...

Société Économique de l’Ontario (SÉO)

La Société Économique de l’Ontario (SÉO)est un réseau provincial qui, avec son équipe professionnelle, fait preuve d’innovation dans le développement économique, entrepreneuriat, l’employabilité et l’immigration. La SÉO assure la pleine participation de tous les acteurs du milieu économique...

Downtown London

Downtown London is the catalyst and connector for a shared community vision of London’s downtown, on behalf of members, in partnership with the City of London, and in support of major economic development, cultural, educational, and private sector stakeholders. Their mission is to lead, and champion...

LEAP Junction @ Fanshawe

Fanshawe College's LEAP Junction is part of the campus-linked accelerator (CLA) program; an initiative of the Ontario Government and administered through the Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE). Campus Linked Accelerators are an important step in the evolution of Ontario’s entrepreneurship and...

"Propel" Entrepreneurship, Western University

Propel is quickly emerging as one of Southwestern Ontario's most active startup accelerators. Located at Western University, the centre provides co-working space, seed funding, world-class mentorship, and hosts training programs, events and workshops for startups at all stages of growth. Propel is...