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York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI) is a sector-agnostic start-up accelerator dedicated to providing comprehensive mentorship and support to innovative entrepreneurs. As a non-profit organization, YEDI offers a unique blend of academic and practical programming designed to help entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful ventures. Participants benefit from an extensive network of experienced mentors, industry experts, and potential investors, as well as access to resources that can help them refine their business models, develop their products, and scale their operations. The institute's programs are particularly beneficial for early-stage startups looking for guidance, non-equity assistance, and grant opportunities to kickstart their businesses.

How to Apply

To apply for YEDI's programs, interested entrepreneurs should visit their official website and navigate to the application section. Here, applicants will need to fill out an online application form, providing detailed information about their business idea, team, and stage of development. It's important to highlight the innovative aspects of the business and how it aligns with YEDI's mission to support high-potential startups. After submission, selected applicants will be invited for an interview process where they can further discuss their vision and business plan with the YEDI team.

Total number of startups invested: 5

Average Funding: YEDI primarily provides non-equity assistance and grants, so the average funding round may vary based on the specific needs and stages of the startups in their program.

Industry: Sector-agnostic, supporting a wide range of industries

Market: Based in Canada, but open to international applicants