New GIP in Canada - Made Smarter Manufacturing
- Tuesday, June 10, 2025
- Posted By The Growth Company
Delivered by Innovate UK, in partnership with MaRS, this Global Incubator Programme (GIP) provides an opportunity for UK-based companies to expand into the Canadian market and collaborate with North America’s largest urban innovation hub.
Innovate UK invites applications for up to eight innovative companies in the Smart Manufacturing sector to join our programme with MaRS Discovery District in Toronto, Canada. Running from October 2025 to March 2026, the programme combines weekly virtual sessions with two immersive visits to Toronto.
Applications are welcomed from innovative technology provider companies with the capability to create innovative solutions and/or novel applications in Industrial Digital Technologies (IDTs) such as:
Why Canada?
Canada is home to one of the world’s top start-up ecosystems, and is a leading destination for entrepreneurs building the future in climate, health, AI, and emerging technology.
Key dates
Applications close: 31st August 2025
Shortlist interviews: 15th – 17th September 2025
First market visit: 2nd – 7th November 2025
Second market visit: 15th – 20th March 2026