Montréal: The place to launch your startup
You’re an entrepreneur and you’re planning to launch a company in an innovative sector such as artificial intelligence, video games, life sciences, cybersecurity, “deep tech” or fintech? You’ve found the right place!
Take advantage of a vibrant ecosystem that drives startup success, with a wealth of incubators, accelerators, and venture capital investors ready to offer the support you need.
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With a well-established entrepreneurial support infrastructure and a strong culture of collaboration between academic, public, and private sectors, Montréal provides an ideal environment for foreign entrepreneurs looking to launch their startups.
The city offers crucial venture capital resources to accelerate the growth of innovative companies in high value-added industries such as life sciences, AI, cleantech and quantum technologies. These investment opportunities are further enhanced by a highly skilled workforce, particularly in information technology and artificial intelligence.
- 40+ corporate, institutional, and specialized venture capital investors
- A large network of support organizations to support innovative startups
- 37% cost advantage for software development compared to the average 20 largest metropolitan areas in Canada and in the US
- Highly qualified talent, from STEM to creative industries
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Montréal International provides personalized support to international entrepreneurs connected to incubators and accelerators based in Montréal.
- Connections with key players
- Information on available incentives
- Guidance on international mobility
- Continuous support in collaboration with our partners
"Québec Tech" is the startup ecosystem dedicated to facilitating the creation and growth of Montréal-based startups. "
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