Whether you just have an idea or have millions in revenue, we will tailor a custom strategy to your particular situation.
The majority of services for entrepreneurs and startups provided by RIC Centre are free and are designed to help accelerate the entrepreneurial path to market. We offer a comprehensive range of supporting activities for entrepreneurs, including one-on-one coaching, practical training and networking events.
Find out how the RIC Centre can help guide you through the early stages of business development to achieve your first sale
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Learn MoreAs the Entrepreneur and Innovation Hub for Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon, RIC Centre has provided a range of free support services to 369 active clients (new + existing) in the last year, and welcomed 243 new clients!
Throughout the year, RIC Centre has made significant impact on our clients’ business performance by accelerating the process of creating 153 new products, 87 new services, and 21 granted patents.
Over 50% of our clients say that RIC Centre has made a vital or significant impact on their entrepreneurial journey.
With our unique partnership between Xerox Research Centre of Canada (XRCC) and GreenCentre Canada, RIC Centre continues to grow its expertise.
RIC Centre’s advanced materials and manufacturing and clean tech segments currently support 103 clients.
63% of RIC Centre clients progress at least one sub-stage every quarter.
16% of clients progress at least one full stage every quarter.
RIC Centre’s clients are composed of tech professionals discovering their next great ideas and becoming entrepreneurs. We also assist young and innovative founders, under the age of 29, pursuing a career in entrepreneurship.
RIC Centre’s clients are consistently contributing to Canada’s overall GDP and economic prosperity through sustainable revenue and job creation. We have successfully helped clients connect to capital and funding sources for investment and business growth.
Meet the team!
Executive Director
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
Senior Business Strategist
Operations Manager
Digital Marketing Manager
Communications Officer
RIC Centre provides services to technology startups of all shapes and sizes. Whether you just have an idea or have millions in revenue, we will tailor a custom strategy to your particular situation.
Questions? Get in touch at info@riccentre.com or call us at 289.373.3050.
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