The Propulsion Program offers personalized support, focused on growth (for your startup). Companies taking part in the Propulsion Program benefit from a tailor-made activity program as well as the advice of our experts and Entrepreneurs in Residence to accelerate their development.
2 years*
Open workspace at Ax.c
Potential grant and funding support
Annual cost: 3600$ + taxes (billed monthly)
*The first year aims to validate your Product‑Market Fit; achieving this objective determines your access to the second year of the program.
Participants in the Propulsion program benefit from a number of advantages, including the possibility of obtaining an entrance grant from the National Bank and other partner funds, as well as access to financing programs.
All participating/supported companies benefit from personalized support from various experts, including an advisor, an Entrepreneur in Residence and a CFO in Residence. This means regular meetings and follow-ups to support your applications to obtain funding and grants, and to build and optimize both your business model and marketing strategy.
As members of Centech’s innovation ecosystem, companies participating in the Propulsion Program have access to a network of potential partners, customers, service providers and seasoned investors. All supported companies have access to a funding expert, to the organizational psychology program, to the assistance program for entrepreneurs (EAP) and to many experts to support them in their growth.
Each incubated company has access to a dedicated workspace, an on-site manufacturing workshop (3D printers, etc.), several ÉTS laboratories, specialized software and all of Centech’s meeting rooms and facilities.
Reach out to Quebec’s innovation community by participating in exclusive activities and events, taking part in open innovation projects with Collision Lab’s corporate members and benefiting from Centech’s visibility in the media
To be eligible, your company must
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Be incorporated and registered under the Registraire des entreprises du Québec, and have its head office in the province of Québec
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Have validated the proposed solution with potential customers and industry experts
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Have a well-defined business model and a clear go-to-market plan
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Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (no immigration services are provided)
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Be available throughout the entire selection process; dedicated section below
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Have put in place a team whose experience and expertise meet the needs of the project
We support high-potential companies that offer innovative solutions to real societal challenges.
Aerospace, defense and Security
Edtech
Manufacturing and other industrial solutions
Medtech
Automation and Industry 4.0
CleanTech
Transport and Logistics
Telecommunication
October 18, 2026 at 11:59 p.m
Application deadline via the form.
November 4,5 and 6, 2026
If you are selected, you will have a 30-minute qualification call with an expert of Centech. A strict 5-minute pitch will be required. The pitch format will be communicated in advance.
Week of November 9, 2026
You will receive notification regarding your selection for the Propulsion Sprint.
November 18, 23 and 24, 2026
Propulsion Sprint: 3 days in-person at Centech in Montreal.
December 1,2 or 3, 2026 (morning)
Selection Jury: You will be invited to pitch your startup during one of these mornings. Your exact time slot will be communicated to you on December 26, 2026.
December 3, 2026
You will be contacted to know the jury’s final decision.
December 10, 2026
Welcome event.
January 2026
Program start.
*The Bootcamp Sprint is an opportunity to get a taste of the Centech support experience, benefiting from the expertise of numerous Entrepreneurs in Residence through workshops and working groups—an experience unique to this three-day bootcamp.
The Centech selection Bootcamp Sprint is a preparatory step designed to help us get to know each other better so we can better support you. Each day focuses on a specific theme, allowing you to dive deeper into a key aspect of your entrepreneurial project in preparation for your presentation to the jury.
