
District 3 is a leading innovation hub offering a comprehensive range of services designed to support startups from the idea stage to advanced growth.
As part of the D3 community, you will benefit from access to our collaborative workspace, exclusive events, expert-led workshops, a growing network, funding opportunities, and valuable industry insights.
Designed for individuals and teams at the beginning of their start-up journey, this 6-week phase, focused on social and environmental impact, helps you understand challenges, map the landscape, and build sustainable solutions
applyIgnite your entrepreneurial spirit and master the art of systems thinking. Conduct research to better understand your challenge using systems mapping and the Impact Gaps Canvas. By the end, you’ll enhance your problem-solving skills, confidently develop impactful solutions, visualize complex systems, and apply a systems-thinking approach to your business development.
Our services are completely free, and we take no equity.
Check out our tailored opportunities made just for you:
Alan Shepherd Summer residency for recent Concordia grads & current students
QCSE for Scientific Entrepreneurs
Refine your business model and sharpen your leadership skills in this 12-week intensive program. Engage with potential customers and stakeholders to validate your assumptions and create a clear action plan
applyNB: High tech startup doesn’t require proof of concept for this program.
Test your market hypotheses and develop your business model while working alongside peers. Use hands-on methods to validate your ideas through stakeholder discovery and consumer interviews. Access 1:1 industry-specific coaching and attend workshops and training—all within District 3’s downtown Montreal coworking space.
District 3 offers a 10 to 12-week program that includes individual work, coaching, and workshops, with a commitment of 25 hours per week per co-founder. Weekly in-person attendance is required for a 3-hour session. Our services are completely free, with no equity taken, and your intellectual property remains fully yours.
Accelerate your startup’s growth with hands-on coaching from experienced entrepreneurs. Secure both dilutive and non-dilutive funding, refine your pitch, and strengthen your IP strategy. Build your team, expand into global markets, and gain access to a powerful network of mentors, partners, and investors to maximize your impact
applyAccess to tailored services to build your product, acquire customers, and achieve or boost early sales. Get biweekly 1:1 industry-specific coaching focused on 90-day sprints, along with customized workshops and peer-to-peer sessions. We’ll help you navigate non-dilutive funding and fundraising rounds while connecting you with a robust network of local and global partners and investors. Enjoy co-working space access and join a community of like-minded innovators.
Transition from entrepreneur to CEO while scaling your startup into a thriving small-medium enterprise (SME) with our high-touch MIT Venture Mentoring service
mentorconnectEngage in monthly 90-minute sessions with three mentors, receiving tailored guidance on hiring, internationalization, and more—within a safe, NDA-bound environment. As mentors, you will enjoy bi-monthly luncheons to expand your network and access co-working space in downtown Montreal.













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We welcome applications from teams and entrepreneurs across all industries. While we specialize in health, bio, high tech, and social innovation, our services are designed to support a wide range of business solutions. We’re here to support startups, no matter your industry or if your focus spans multiple fields.
No, our programs and services are open to all Quebec residents.
We don’t take equity and your intellectual property remains yours. All District 3 employees and consultants are under a non-disclosure agreement, ensuring a safe space where teams can openly share their solutions and internal operations.
After submitting your application, our panel will review it and provide a decision within 2-3 weeks. You’ll receive an email with the next steps at that time.
Once we receive your application, our selection panel will evaluate key factors such as the problem you're addressing, the number of co-founders, your time commitment, and sector alignment. This helps us determine if District 3’s services are the right fit for your startup and which program best supports your current stage of development.
Note: At this stage, we’re not assessing the viability or quality of your startup—our focus is on ensuring we can add value to your journey.
Just click the button. We will determine your eligibility and place you into the appropriate program based on your application.