University of Toronto Early-Stage Technology (UTEST) Program (2022)
Description:
The UTEST Program provides support to University of Toronto entrepreneurs to create research based companies. It provides companies with investment capital, mentoring, business strategy and incubation space at the University of Toronto St. George Campus.
Comments on Funding:
Funding is up to $150,000 in selected companies. The UTEST investment is in the form of a SAFE.It also provides access to follow-on investment of up to $500,000 through TIAP.
Eligibility:
Applicants must:
Since 2020 UTEST has accepted applications from UofT-affiliated hospitals. Please ensure an invention disclosure form has been submitted to your host institution’s technology transfer office and they are aware of the UTEST application.
Application Steps:
Applicants must submit a completed application online.
Other Things to Note:
The program starts in June and ends in December of each year. From June to mid-September, there is a time commitment of 6 hours per week for entrepreneurship training. The UTEST team is available throughout the program for informal meetings.
Testimonials:
Program Contact:
When It Ends:
Intake opens in April 2022
Deadline:
Next deadlines to be determined