Enterprise Bridge Toronto is calling for applications from immigrant entrepreneurs ready to build sustainable businesses in Toronto.
Hosted by the Global Migration Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University, in partnership with the University of Notre Dame's Urban Poverty and Business Initiative (UPBI), this 8-month program offers training, mentorship, consulting, and community connections to help you launch or grow your business — guided by UPBI's proven 80 steps to sustainable success.
Who can apply?
Immigrants based in the Greater Toronto Area with a business idea or in the early stages of entrepreneurship.
What you'll get:
- Hands-on training through 6 in-person bootcamp sessions
- One-on-one mentorship from an industry professional
- Personalized consulting support (bookkeeping, business registration, social media, website improvements)
- A network of fellow entrepreneurs
Key dates:
Application Deadline: September 14, 2026 (Decisions by end of September)
Bootcamps: Oct 31 – Dec 5, 2026 (Saturdays, 10 AM–2:30 PM, in person at 220 Yonge St, TEC-204, CF Toronto Eaton Centre)
Mentorship: January–April 2027
Student Consulting: May–June 2027