Greater Sudbury Business Incubator Program

Overview of the Greater Sudbury Business Incubator Program program:

The Greater Sudbury Business Incubator Program, managed by the Regional Business Centre, is a comprehensive six-month initiative designed to support early-stage, for-profit businesses in developing, launching, or scaling their operations. The program aims to foster entrepreneurship through a combination of mentorship, structured training, and community engagement. Participants benefit from one-on-one mentoring, curated professional workshops, milestone accountability meetings, and access to an extensive local entrepreneurial network. The incubator fosters collaboration between participants and local partners such as the Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce, NORCAT, and the City of Greater Sudbury’s Economic Development Division. The program also connects entrepreneurs with government funding opportunities, professional advisors, and potential investors. Participants gain marketing exposure, pitch practice, and access to exclusive discounts through the Centre’s network. Alumni of the incubator can continue to receive mentorship for an additional six months after program completion. The incubator operates on a cohort model, admitting new groups twice per year, each with an intensive curriculum including workshops on marketing, finance, and business development, supplemented by webinars and networking events. This free program is not part of the Visa Start-up Program but serves as a local accelerator for business growth in Northern Ontario.

Benefits of the Greater Sudbury Business Incubator Program program:

• Participants receive a broad range of benefits including:
• One-on-one mentorship from experienced business leaders and mentors.
• Milestone tracking and accountability meetings with the program coordinator.
• Access to professional workshops and seminars covering marketing, finance, and strategic planning.
• Networking opportunities with entrepreneurs, funders, and investors.
• Introductions to potential clients, collaborators, and investors.
• Marketing and media exposure through Regional Business Centre channels.
• Peer-to-peer social events for collaboration and learning.
• Continued alumni mentorship for 6 months post-program.
• Exclusive discounts and offers from partner organizations.
• Connections to government funding programs and business advisors.

Eligibility criteria of the Greater Sudbury Business Incubator Program program:

• To qualify, applicants must:
• Operate or intend to operate a for-profit business in any sector offering innovative, creative, or unique products or services.
• Have a business that has not yet launched or has been operating for less than 12 months.
• Be an aspiring or early-stage entrepreneur committed to learning, attending workshops, and engaging in mentorship.
• Be driven, coachable, and collaborative.
• Be located in, planning to expand to, or willing to relocate to Greater Sudbury.
• Be willing to dedicate at least 2 hours per week for the 6-month program duration.
• Commit to completing all training, meeting monthly with mentors, and participating actively in the entrepreneurial community.