The next application window of the MIF will open on September 22, 2025. This session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process. Current MIF teams will also be on hand to offer their experiences in the program.
Monday, September 22, 2025 15:00to17:00
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Tuesday, September 23, 2025 15:00to17:00
The next application window of the MIF will open on September 22, 2025. This in-person session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process. Current MIF teams will also be on hand to offer their experiences in the program.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 11:00to12:00
The next application window of the MIF will open on September 22, 2025. This in-person session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process. Current MIF teams will also be on hand to offer their experiences in the program.
Thursday, September 25, 2025 13:00to14:00
The next application window of the MIF will open on September 22, 2025. This听惫颈谤迟耻补濒聽session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process. Current MIF teams will also be on hand to offer their experiences in the program.
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Thursday, October 2, 2025 17:30to19:30
Academic culture promotes ideas of success that are often toxic鈥攜et failure is an essential part of the academic journey. In this session, we will talk about the need to rethink the value of failure and how it relates to success in academia with Prof.
Thursday, October 16, 2025 12:00to13:00
Although deep tech startup companies often feel there is no time to devote to branding and communication, the reality is that these two elements are the pillar of long term success. Developing a killer value proposition statement is an essential message, and forms the foundation for all external interactions. Learn more about why these are so important and how you can start working on these facets right away by engaging with the following MIF experts.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025 17:00to19:00
The MIF stage is yours again! MIF Evolution reunites MIF cohorts for an evening of fresh pitches and renewed connections, as we celebrate five years of the 51吃瓜网Innovation Fund. All past and current teams, and even former applicants are invited to apply 鈥� selected teams will then have the chance to pitch to a panel of judges and compete for exciting prizes! Whether you're pivoting, scaling, or launching a new chapter, this is your team's chance to show how far you've come.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025 13:00toTuesday, November 25, 2025 16:00
Maximizing the value of your company鈥檚 IP assets
According to Stats Canada, 鈥淐anadian businesses are among the most innovative in the world. Those that are able to leverage and use their Intellectual Property (IP) strategically are more likely to be innovative, expand domestically and internationally, and experience high growth.鈥� IP-intensive firms are more innovative, export more, enjoy higher growth and create better jobs.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 12:00to13:00
Your thesis has depth, now give it a voice at the Three Minute Thesis/Ma Th猫se en 180 Secondes (3MT/MT180) competition. It鈥檚 the perfect platform to communicate your research鈥檚 impact in a way that's both enlightening and engaging 鈥� in three minutes or less!
Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:00to13:00
Are you a humanities or social science student and not sure if 3MT/MT180 is right for you? Join our info session to find out more!