The program’s eligibility is focused on the small business itself: it must be for-profit, housed in an academic institution-linked incubator, and the travellers must be owners, founders, and/or employees. While the academic background (e.g., specific diploma program) of the founders is not an admission requirement, having an entrepreneurial mindset developed through post-secondary education or continuing […]

This program reinforces the link between the small business and academia by requiring the company to be housed in an academic institution-linked incubator. This connection is essential, as Mitacs aims to develop the talent pipeline and facilitate the recruitment of future students who can contribute to R&D in innovation. It supports the core Mitacs activity […]

Yes, applicants may travel to multiple eligible markets as part of an approved travel plan.

Yes, applicants can apply for multiple Mitacs Entrepreneur International travel grants at the same time if they wish to take separate trips to explore different international markets. All Mitacs Entrepreneur International program eligibility requirements apply, and each application will be reviewed on its own merits. Check in with the Mitacs Entrepreneur International team or more […]

Companies can apply for up to five (5) Mitacs Entrepreneur International travel grants until March 31, 2026. For the 2024-2025 fiscal year, companies will be limited to 2 proposals during the year.