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We empower founders to scale globally and create lasting economic, social, and environmental change.
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What we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Gain access to industry-specific events, partners, networks, funding, coaching, and knowledge in health, bio, high tech, and social innovation.

What we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Fundraising strategies, pitch practice, introduction to key global investors.

What we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Benefit from personalized guidance and mentorship from seasoned industry experts.

what we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Expand your horizons with connections and opportunities on an international scale.

what we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Integrate environmental, social and governance principles into your business model for sustainable growth.

what we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Join a dynamic, inclusive community where collaboration and support fuel success.

what we do
At District 3, we create an environment where innovation thrives. We equip our community with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to drive change and make a lasting impact.

Leverage our facilities and resources to bring your venture to life.

A decade of commitment to change

Active employees annually
475+
Sales & funds
$220M+
Community members
25K+
Startups supported since 2014
1175+
services

Whether you’re an individual with an idea or a startup transitioning to an SME, we’re here to help you grow and navigate challenges.

Our services are free, open to everyone, and we take no equity. Your intellectual property remains yours.

OUR SERVICES

Kickstart your idea, master problem-solving, and gain the confidence to say, "I’m ready to be part of the change." 

Validate your startup’s desirability, feasibility, and viability through hands-on workshops and industry-specific coaching. 

We help you build your product, acquire customers, and achieve product-market fit. 

Get insights from C-suite professionals and entrepreneurs trained in MIT VMS frameworks. Access impartial, confidential, and conflict-free advice on hiring and management.

We believe innovation gives everyone the superpower to create positive impact.
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We’re surrounded by inspiring people, all driven by a passion to make a difference. Meet the founders, from local to global, whose projects are creating meaningful change.
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Enhancing Public Health Through Smart Water Management

CANN Forecast empowers municipalities with AI to improve water quality and infrastructure, addressing crises and enhancing public health.
Pre-seed
Climate & Sustainability
High Tech
Pre-seed
Climate & Sustainability
Enhancing Public Health Through Smart Water Management
CANN Forecast
CANN Forecast empowers municipalities with AI to improve water quality and infrastructure, addressing crises and enhancing public health.

Pioneering Sustainable Packaging for a Zero-Food Waste Future

Freshr Technologies develops compostable packaging that extends seafood shelf life, reducing plastic waste and supporting sustainability.
Pre-seed
AgTech & FoodTech
Biotech
Pre-seed
AgTech & FoodTech
Pioneering Sustainable Packaging for a Zero-Food Waste Future
Freshr
Freshr Technologies develops compostable packaging that extends seafood shelf life, reducing plastic waste and supporting sustainability.

Revolutionizing Cancer Care Efficiency and Patient Experience

Gray Oncology optimizes cancer treatment flow, reduces staff workload, and enhances patient experience using AI and operations research.
Pre-seed
AI & ML
Healthcare
Pre-seed
AI & ML
Revolutionizing Cancer Care Efficiency and Patient Experience
Gray Oncology
Gray Oncology optimizes cancer treatment flow, reduces staff workload, and enhances patient experience using AI and operations research.

Transforming Nursing Training with Immersive VR Solutions

UbiSim's VR platform enhances nursing training, scaling simulations without extra resources and revolutionizing healthcare education.
Series A
Health
Healthcare
Series A
Health
Transforming Nursing Training with Immersive VR Solutions
UbiSim
UbiSim's VR platform enhances nursing training, scaling simulations without extra resources and revolutionizing healthcare education.

Paving the way for international students in Canada

AI-powered international recruitment platform. CanApply is a free website designed to simplify the process of applying to universities.
Pre-seed
EdTech & Online Learning
Social Innovation
Pre-seed
EdTech & Online Learning
Paving the way for international students in Canada
CanApply
AI-powered international recruitment platform. CanApply is a free website designed to simplify the process of applying to universities.

Navigating the challenges of parenthood

Rediscovering intimacy after having a baby with a mobile app that offers self-help tools to assist new parents.
Pre-seed
Wellness
Social Innovation
Pre-seed
Wellness
Navigating the challenges of parenthood
Ozex
Rediscovering intimacy after having a baby with a mobile app that offers self-help tools to assist new parents.

Making drug discovery more efficient

Expediting the delivery of new medicines with a predictive software designed for chemists
Pre-seed
Biopharma
Biotech
Pre-seed
Biopharma
Making drug discovery more efficient
Molecular Forecaster
Expediting the delivery of new medicines with a predictive software designed for chemists
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it—let the founders do the talking.
D3 truly feels like home, a place where we can explore and grow. It helps us navigate the challenges of structuring our governance to ensure our solutions focus on impact, which is essential for our mission.
Jean-Christophe Mortreux
,
Emission Reduction Now
District 3 helped us address weaknesses in marketing and financing. Our coach encouraged us to treat these challenges with love, providing valuable insight and support as a helpful mirror in our growth journey.
Catherine Mondor
,
Medyx
The support has been invaluable in our transition from startup to growth, facilitating conversations that help us explore both company and personal dynamics, guiding us through changes in roles and responsibilities.
Colin Gallagher
,
Haply
sector specific expertise

Our support is aimed at all entrepreneurs using new technologies to innovate. District 3 offers expertise in specific sectors. Do you work in biotech, healthcare or social innovation? 
We can offer you support and resources specific to your sector.

We empower startups in medical devices, digital health, and paramedical solutions. We guide founders through every step of building their startup—validating ideas, securing essential resources, driving product development, and connecting with the global health ecosystem.

He­al­th­ca­re

As the only incubator in Quebec with specialized expertise in the bio sector, we support founders using bio innovation to accelerate commercialization and drive positive impact on people and the planet. Our focus areas include biopharma, agri-food, clean technologies, and biomaterials.

Bi­o­te­ch

We support individuals and startups focused on education, health, the environment, culture, and other social issues committed to making a positive impact on communities and the world. Our social innovation expertise, grounded in ESG principles and proven models, drives every new venture at District 3.

So­ci­al­ In­no­va­ti­on

We help ambitious technology startup founders to accelerate their path to product-market fit through tailored, one-on-one coaching. Our approach focuses on objectives-driven guidance, skill development in entrepreneurship, strategic advice, ecosystem networking, and support for scaling internationally.

Hi­gh­ Te­ch