AcceleratorEquity-free

Alberta Accelerator (powered by 500 Global)

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Edmonton's innovation agency-funded accelerator stream delivered in partnership with 500 Global.

Location:
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Duration:
12 weeks

What you need to qualify

  • Pre-seed or seed-stage startups
  • Tech-enabled, commercialized solutions already in market
  • A strong, coachable team
  • Based in Alberta, or planning to relocate there

Eligibility

Eligible stages
All stages
Countries
Global, subject to the provider’s eligibility and approval

How to apply

  1. 1

    Submit the application form

    Applications are made through the form linked from the programme page.

  2. 2

    Application review by 500 Global

    The 500 Global team reviews every application received.

  3. 3

    Interview

    Selected candidates are scheduled for interviews.

  4. 4

    Decision before launch

    Decisions are shared with applicants before the programme launches.

  5. 5

    Budget for the programme fee

    Phase 1 carries a fee of USD 35,000 per startup, which excludes travel. This is a cost to plan for, not an investment offer.

  6. 6

    Attend four weeks in person in Calgary

    The 12 weeks are split into four weeks in person and eight weeks online.

Frequently asked

No. It is described as a non-investment programme, so no equity is taken.

Yes. The programme fee is USD 35,000 per startup for Phase 1, excluding travel.

12 weeks in total: four weeks in person in Calgary, Alberta, and eight weeks online.

Pre-seed or seed-stage startups with a tech-enabled, commercialized solution already in market, a strong and coachable team, and a base in Alberta or a plan to relocate there.

There is none published. The programme page states that applications for Batch 7 do not currently have a deadline, and that programme dates will be announced soon.
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Stage
Pre-seed, Seed
Where it runs
Canada. In person, so you need to be able to take part there
What you give up
No equity stated
Deadline
Not confirmed. Check the official page

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