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It's March, and we’re here to keep your momentum strong with inspiring events, valuable resources, and exciting new opportunities.
And because we know every founder needs a good laugh along the way...
Why did the founder wear green to the March pitch meeting?
To manifest some green in the cap table!
Explore resources, connect with our innovation community, and take your next step forward by visiting our website.
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Prudle Labs is a Brampton based AI translation company breaking down language barriers for businesses worldwide. They've translated over 10 million words across 100+ languages, backed by a network of 5,000+ expert linguists. Their platform handles everything: text, audio, video, and images, transforming content so companies can reach customers in their native language with cultural authenticity.
Whether you're a local business expanding internationally or a global enterprise entering new markets, Prudle Labs makes multilingual communication effortless. They don't just translate words; they help businesses build genuine connections across cultures, turning language from a limitation into a competitive advantage that drives real growth.
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| | Invest Brampton 2025 Annual Report | |
We’re pleased to share the launch of the City of Brampton’s Invest Brampton – Economic Development Office 2025 Annual Report, highlighting key milestones shaping our local economy!
From major investment wins and record construction growth to Brampton’s leadership in food processing, advanced manufacturing, space, and innovation, the report showcases a year of strong momentum and opportunity. Download now!
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The Brampton Innovation District is proud to champion women in STEM through impactful initiatives that foster leadership, innovation, and opportunity.
From hosting the 2026 Lotus STEMM Degrees of Success Conference at Brampton City Hall to sponsoring the 10th edition of ElleHacks—Canada’s largest hackathon for women and gender-diverse students—the District continues to create meaningful pathways for diverse talent. Together, these efforts connect emerging leaders with mentorship, resources, and Brampton’s growing tech ecosystem, driving inclusive innovation forward.
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  XR Startup & Talent Showcase | |
On February 25, Algoma University’s National Centre of Excellence for Immersive Technology hosted the XR Startup & Talent Showcase in downtown Brampton. This event successfully bridged the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical industry application.
Hosted at BHive in the Brampton Innovation District, the event served as a high-energy hub for start-ups, students, and curious leaders from various industry sectors to explore the current landscape of Extended Reality (XR).
| | Now Accepting Applications: Brampton’s First Youth Cabinet | | |
Are you a student founder, startup builder, or emerging innovator looking to make an impact beyond your venture?
The City of Brampton is launching its first-ever Youth Cabinet, an opportunity for youth ages 14 to 29 to help shape programs, initiatives and decisions that impact the next generation.
For those in Brampton’s startup and innovation ecosystem, this is a chance to:
✔ Bring forward issues that matter to young entrepreneurs and innovators
✔ Build leadership and governance experience
✔ Expand your network across community and civic leaders
✔ Support youth-led projects, initiatives and events
✔ Receive an honorarium and transit pass
From September 2026 to June 2027, members will meet monthly at rotating community centres and serve as ambassadors for youth across Brampton.
If you’re building something, whether it’s a startup, a side hustle, or a community initiative and want to help shape the environment around it, consider applying.
| | From Barriers to Breakthroughs: Turning Lived Experience into Innovation | |
In celebration of Black History Month, the Brampton Venture Zone (BVZ) by Toronto Metropolitan University and the Brampton Library hosted From Barriers to Breakthroughs.
The Tech Talk brought together Black founders who shared how personal experiences with systemic barriers and financial hardship became the foundation for their tech-driven ventures. From fintech and edtech to clean tech and venture leadership, each story reinforced a powerful message: lived experience is not a limitation — it’s a catalyst for innovation.
| | Opening Doors to Canada’s Defence Ecosystem | |
As Canada advances its Defence Industrial Strategy, new opportunities are emerging for Canadian innovators to engage in the national defence ecosystem. To help organizations get started, the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is hosting Defence Sector 101 on March 25, 2026 — a free virtual briefing featuring Daniel Blanc, former Director of National Security for the Canadian Armed Forces.
The session will provide an executive overview of Canada’s current defence landscape, followed by a live Q&A on how companies can strategically enter and grow within the sector.
| | Mastercard Capture the Flag Series Comes to Brampton | |
The Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University recently hosted the Mastercard Capture the Flag Series at its headquarters in the Brampton Innovation District.
Presented by the National Cybersecurity Consortium, the event brought students together for hands-on, team-based cybersecurity challenges. Participants tested their skills in cryptography, forensics, reverse engineering, and web exploitation — gaining practical, real-world experience across multiple areas of cybersecurity.
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  Altitude Angels: A New Chapter in Regional Investment | |
Launched in 2023 as Brampton Angels operated by Altitude Accelerator, the investor network has officially rebranded to Altitude Angels, expanding its commitment to supporting founders across Brampton, Mississauga, and Caledon.
In just two years, Altitude Angels has deployed $2.6 million into seven high-growth startups, with more than 100 founders pitching across sectors including health tech, deep tech, construction tech, and sport tech. Through its Angel 101 education series, the group also strengthens investor readiness and due diligence expertise.
As part of Altitude Accelerator, the network will continue growing its presence across the GTA West corridor in 2026 — backing ambitious founders with smart capital, mentorship, and strategic networks.
The Brampton Angels brand will continue as a boutique investor network led by Board Chair Louis Sapi.
| | BVZ Welcomes New Senior Director: Zied Etleb | |
We’re pleased to welcome Zied Etleb as Senior Director of Brampton Venture Zone (BVZ)!
A seasoned venture builder and Co-Founder of Curiato, Etleb brings deep experience in scaling startups, MedTech innovation, and economic development. His leadership will help strengthen founder support and partnerships across Brampton’s growing innovation ecosystem.
| | Upcoming Events/Programming | | Techstars Startup Weekend Women – Brampton | |
Join Techstars Startup Weekend Women in Brampton from March 6–8, presented by Startup Peel and powered by the global Techstars network. This 54-hour immersive experience brings aspiring founders, students, and professionals together to pitch ideas, form teams, build and validate solutions, and present to mentors and judges.
Whether you're curious about entrepreneurship or ready to launch something new, this fast-paced weekend is a hands-on introduction to thinking and building like a startup. Registration is subject to approval.
Register Here
| | BVZ Women Who Build: Her Path Forward | |
Her Path Forward is a purpose-driven gathering for women building and scaling technology-enabled businesses across industries. Anchored in the Give & Gain theme, this event brings together women founders, senior leaders, investors, and ecosystem partners to create real pathways through mentorship, access, visibility, and shared learning.
Hosted in Brampton, one of Canada’s fastest-growing innovation hubs, this experience is designed to support women in tech across early, growth, and scaling stages — while strengthening connections across the Brampton, Peel, and GTA startup ecosystem. This is not a traditional panel. It’s an action-oriented experience focused on collaboration, learning, and future-building.
Register Here
| | Leading Ladies Connect Pitch Competition 2026 | |
The Leading Ladies Connect (LLC) Pitch Competition 2026 is back — bigger, bolder, and better — offering up to $15,000 in cash prizes for women-led businesses ready to scale. After attracting 614 applications from 13 countries in 2025, the competition returns to spotlight founders with strong ideas, real traction, and measurable impact.
Applications are open now and close April 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM!
Register Here
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Brampton Venture Zone (BVZ) is excited to share that applications for the 2026 BVZ Launch Program are still open — with limited spots available.
BVZ Launch is a 4-month, non-equity health-tech incubator designed for MVP-ready Canadian startups in health and wellness looking to launch, validate, and grow in market. The program connects founders with Brampton- and Peel-based industry partners to support early market validation and potential pilot opportunities — all while founders retain full equity and IP.
BVZ Launch members also have the opportunity to participate in BVZ Launch Demo Day at the Brampton Venture Expo (BVX), where the top 3 startups will pitch for a chance to win up to $70,000 in non-dilutive funding. Base non-dilutive funding is provided to all program graduates, subject to terms and eligibility.
Applications close March 10, 2026. Apply now to launch your startup!
Register Here
| | Applications Open: Law Enforcement Market Access Program | |
The Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, in collaboration with Royal Bank of Canada, has launched the Law Enforcement Market Access Program (LEMA) — designed to help Canadian technology companies navigate the complexities of policing-sector procurement.
LEMA supports innovators in accelerating market entry by breaking down public-sector procurement processes and facilitating strategic engagement with key stakeholders in Canadian law enforcement.
Learn more and register today!
Register Here
| | Brampton Startups: Founders Helping Founders | |
Brampton Startups is a founder-led community based in the City of Brampton. It's not an incubator, accelerator, or program; it's founders helping founders build real Canadian technology and impactful companies.
Become a member and join us at the BHive, where members meet every week in the heart of the Brampton Innovation District. Click below for more information to get started.
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| | Want to grow your startup? BReady is Here! | |
Looking to grow your startup without spending hours sifting through resumes or paying steep recruiter fees? BReady is an AI-powered platform connecting startups and SMEs in Ontario with highly educated, diverse talent from underrepresented communities.
Since launching in April 2024, BReady has onboarded over 1,100+ candidates and 140+ employers, with success stories growing every week.
Whether you're hiring for tech, biotech, operations, or business roles, BReady helps you discover talent ready to grow with you.
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| | SAVE 10% - Innovation District Theatre Offer | |
Interested in watching artistic and musical showcases in the heart of Brampton?
Bring your team, friends, or community group to enjoy live performances at The Rose Brampton and save! Innovation District partners can access 10% off group bookings with promo code 'INNOVATION' at bramptononstage.ca.
Don’t miss out on this chance to experience Brampton’s vibrant performing arts scene together!
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Tara Hunter

Manager, Innovation & Technology
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Suvid Ajmera
Coordinator, Innovation & Technology
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Uche Okugo
Coordinator, Innovation & Technology
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Manav Sidhu
Programmer, Innovation & Technology
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