Strategic Partnerships North Forge has active collaborations with Mitacs, Communitech, and other ecosystem partners, signaling opportunities for co-funded pilots, research collaborations, and IP-focused programs with government and corporate backers.

FabLab Advantage With one of North America’s largest FabLabs at 35,000 square feet, North Forge offers cost-effective prototyping and manufacturing resources for startups and OEMs seeking rapid product iteration and scale-up.

Indigenous IP The Protecting Indigenous IP program bridges Canadian IP frameworks with Indigenous Knowledge, creating a pathway to offer IP strategy and compliance services for Indigenous-led startups and culturally aware collaborations.

Funding Partnerships As a not-for-profit accelerator with revenue in the 10M to 25M range, North Forge can attract sponsorships, grants, and government funding by delivering affordable acceleration, prototyping, and ecosystem services.

National Reach Active across Canada with initiatives including the Global Entrepreneurship Initiative and Start-up Visa programs, offering opportunities for cross-border partnerships, sponsorships, and international startup pipelines.