Hamilton, Canada
Innovation Factory is a not-for-profit business accelerator located in Hamilton and Halton, Ontario. It is committed to building the province’s innovation community and supporting entrepreneurs in bringing their new and innovative ideas to market. The organization fosters collaboration between the communities of science, business, government, academia, and finance to accelerate the innovation process and amplify the economic and social impact of important new ideas and discoveries.
Since its establishment in 2010, Innovation Factory has played a crucial role in supporting innovators in various sectors, including advanced manufacturing, cleantech, information technology, communications and entertainment, life sciences and healthcare, integrated and smart mobility solutions, and social innovations.
Offering a comprehensive range of resources for entrepreneurs, Innovation Factory provides various programming and services, including networking events and matching seasoned experts with high-potential clients. The organization's experienced advisors guide clients every step of the way, whether they are a small start-up company located in a garage or a multinational company that has been a part of the region's fabric for a century.
The organization recently received a $7.00M grant investment from FedDev on 30th March 2021, indicating the confidence and support it has garnered from the investment community.
With its focus on supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in a diverse range of industries such as Health Care, Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Transportation, Innovation Factory stands as Hamilton-Halton's Catalyst For Tech Innovation.
