AC Studio Showcase

The AC:Studio Showcase is an annual, signature, trade show style event hosted by the Accelerator Centre. The showcase brings together founders, investors, researchers, government leaders, industry experts, and the broader innovation community. Attendees will have the opportunity to: Meet the next generation of successful Canadian technology companies Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, researchers, and experts exploring emerging technology and impact-driven innovation Celebrate the strength and momentum of the local and regional innovation economy The AC:Studio Showcase is a free, public community event. All are welcome. Program background: The AC:Studio program supports high-potential startup founders, whether they are building their first company, scaling an early-stage venture, or seeking their next startup opportunity. The program blends the Accelerator Centre’s proven incubation model with a globally recognized venture studio approach to help founders launch and scale high-impact businesses. AC:Studio delivers: Up to $100,000 in non-repayable seed funding for startups and small businesses One-to-one mentorship from the AC in-house team and specialist mentors Tactical support in product development, marketing, UI, and UX through partnerships with SnapPea and Conestoga College’s Gig Lab In-kind professional services from industry leaders including With $10 million in funding support from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, AC:Studio combines the best of the Accelerator Centre’s flagship AC:Incubate program with a venture studio model to accelerate the creation of scalable, impact-driven Canadian companies.