• ONTARIO BUSINESS?
  • HAVE A PRODUCT?
  • WANT TO GROW?
Three unique organizations.
The perfect mix to accelerate your business.
Chamber, Accelerator, University.
The free program is designed to quickly upskill business foundations and position your business for success.
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Intro & Basics

  • Program Introduction
  • Pitch Structure & Storytelling
  • Lean & Agile Customer Development
  • Pitching for Investment
  • Pitch Practice
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What To Build & How

  • Business Model Canvas
  • Human Centred Design Thinking
  • Product Roadmapping
  • Digital Marketing Strategy 
  • Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Pitch Practice
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Building & Marketing Your Startup

  • Project Management
  • UX Product Design
  • Marketing Theory & Product Positioning
  • Product Market Fit
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Pitch Practice 
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Sales, Strategic Partnerships & Culture

  • Building an Enterprise Sales Process
  • Hiring & Building Culture
  • Corporate Law for Startups
  • Valuations
  • Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Pitch Practice
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Investment & Finance

  • Accounting & Tax
  • Government Grant & Loan Programs
  • Seed Stage VC
  • Angel Investment 
  • Pitch Competition
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Alumni Support

  • Open House Networking Event 
  • Applications for York University Schulich School of Business Business Essentials Certificate
  • Continued memberships with Newmarket Chamber of Commerce & YSpace
  • #REALTALK Mastermind Workshops 
  • Continued support from Treefrog Inc.
Program Pillars

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERSHIP

The Newmarket Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to helping business and the community succeed. As an accelerator participant, your business will be granted a complimentary one-year membership to the Chamber.

TREEFROG ACCELERATOR

The Treefrog Accelerator is a 5-week program designed to give startups the tools and knowledge they need to scale their business in North America. The program packs in practical workshop learning, personalised mentorship matching, pitching skill development and much more. The program culminates in an Open House where startups have the ability to meet with investors, thought leaders, government and other stakeholders to showcase their growth.

SCHULICH BUSINESS ESSENTIALS

Participants will have the chance to apply for a complimentary Business Essentials Certificate course, courtesy of York University Schulich School of Business.

YSPACE MEMBERSHIP

A select group of participants will be eligible for a 3-month virtual YSpace membership which provides supports for early-stage entrepreneurs developing innovative technology-based startups with a unique network and support system of mentors, entrepreneurs, and workshops designed to elevate your entrepreneurial journey.

#REALTALK

#REALTALK specializes in creating Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, based on intimate and deep conversation. You will be invited to a moderated #REALTALK Circle to share your challenges and receive support in your founder journey.

ACCELERATOR DATES
Cohort 11

Cohort 12

Cohort 13Cohort 14
StartJan 8, 2024May 6, 2024September 3, 2024TBD
EndFeb 9, 2024June 7, 2024October 4, 2024TBD
Weekly schedule*
MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
Workshop
9:00am - 10:00am
Workshop
9:00am - 10:00am
Pitch Practice
9:00am - 11:00am
Office Hours

Office Hours
Workshop
10:00am - 11:00am
Workshop
10:00am - 11:00am
Optional Workshop
11:30am - 12:30pm
Office Hours

Office Hours

*Dates and times are subject to change
**Participants will have one (1) 30 minute one-on-one scheduled between allocated times on Thursday

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