Brilliant Incubator
Do you have a brilliant idea for a venture, but you feel stumped at how and where to start? Look no further!
The Brilliant Incubator program will provide you with the guidance, support and mentorship to help turn your innovative idea into something you can implement.
NEW: The Brilliant Incubator is now accepting applications for the Summer Cohort 2023!
📆 Dates
Applications to the Brilliant Incubator are now open!
Deadline to apply: May 1st, 2023
Program Kickoff : May 8th, 2023 🎉
Looking to join our continuing cohort right away?
Send our team an email introducing yourself, your idea or existing business, and an expression of your interest in joining the Brilliant Incubator program:
🥽 About
Do you have a business idea or an existing venture? The Brilliant Incubator aims to help founders develop their ventures and expand their entrepreneurial skills.
The network, practical knowledge and connections that participants will gain are invaluable. Participants also benefit from access to the Brilliant Catalyst on-campus space and resources, funding opportunities, mentorship from industry experts, and exclusive invites to events in the Durham Region and Greater Toronto Area.
Listen to the stories of past Brilliant Incubator participants:
🧷 Details
Open to all Ontario Tech students, faculty, recent alumni, and staff!
Program runs in the Spring/Summer from May to July (ventures may apply to the monthly intake outside of this timeline).
During the Spring/Summer program, participants are required to attend sessions during the first week, and 2 hours per week thereafter.
Participants are expected to develop their startup throughout the 2-month period.
Participants may earn an Ontario Tech Micro-credential for completing the program
Participants in the Brilliant Incubator will gain:
Access to a network of experienced mentors, advisors, and entrepreneurs
1:1 mentorship and feedback
Opportunity for funding from the Firefly Fund
In-demand entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial skills
Advanced consideration for paid placements through the Brilliant Catalyst
And much more!
Want to learn how the Brilliant Incubator may be able to help you earn an academic credit?
📃 FAQ
What kind of business ideas are accepted?
The Brilliant Incubator accepts business ideas of any industry, type (for-profit or non-profit), and stage (ideation, MVP, etc).
Is there a cost to participate?
No, the Brilliant Incubator is free!
Who can participate?
The Brilliant Incubator is open to all Ontario Tech students, faculty and recent alumni.