Trailblazer and ProtoZone- Fall 2024

Trailblazer and ProtoZone

Unlock Your Innovative Potential with Trailblazer + ProtoZone!

Do you have a groundbreaking idea or product that you want to turn into a thriving business? Our Trailblazer + ProtoZone program is the perfect first step to bring your vision to life!

Join our four-part weekly workshop series where you'll learn to: validate your business idea, assess profitability and become investment ready.

Our 1-hour interactive workshops include: customer validation, peer-to-peer learning and guidance from experienced mentors.

You'll create a comprehensive business model canvas and develop every aspect of your business, ensuring it aligns with market needs and customer desires. Plus, you'll receive personalized 1-on-1 support from the Innovation Centre team.

*Please note that this series is ideal for individuals with innovative ideas or those who have a product they plan to manufacture in our region.

The full course is 4 sessions in total and each week builds on the previous week

These 4 online sessions will run:

Session One - September10th: 4 - 5pm EST

Session Two - Septemebr 17th: 4 - 5 pm EST

Session Three - Septemeber 24th: 4 - 5pm EST

Session Four - October 1st: 4 - 5pm EST

Cost: $25.00 +HST

Funding Opportunity

At the end of the series, you'll have the opportunity to attend an information session with Confederation College and eCampus, where you can explore further steps to advance your innovative ideas. Participants who successfully complete the Trailblazer/ProtoZone program and have an innovative business or product can apply to the Next Level funding which could cover up to $5,000 in assistance towards approved costs in eligible categories.

For more information please contact: Carole Long

[email protected]

807-768-6696

Host or Publisher Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre