Submit Applications for Thrive Academy Program (Canada)

Deadline: 1 August 2025

THRIVE Academy Program is now open to help founders sharpen their go-to-market strategies and get investor-ready through a curated combination of expert-led workshops, mentorship, and pitch preparation.

From refining business models to scaling climate-positive innovations, the THRIVE Academy is your launchpad to commercial and capital success.

The THRIVE Academy is open to pre-seed or early-seed stage startups. They’re looking for visionary founders working at the intersection of agriculture, food, and climate technology. More specifically, those who are building bold solutions to drive sustainability and resilience in their global food systems. If you’re tackling the most pressing challenges in agriculture, food and climate innovation, this is your opportunity to accelerate your impact.

Program Benefits

Through THRIVE Academy you’ll receive the tools and support to build a company foundation for scalable growth
- Acceleration
  - The program is specifically designed to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey and accelerate rapid progress towards commercial outcomes.
- Mentorship
  - They’ll match you with mentors from their extensive network of industry insiders, corporates, alumni and investors.
- Investment Readiness
  - They’ll teach you the fundamentals of what founders need to be investment ready ensuring your highest chance at success when you seek outside funding.
- Validation
  - They’ll help you test and validate your idea and make fast informed de-risked decisions that minimize your risk.
- Exposure to Smart Farm Networks
  - You’ll have an opportunity to apply to get access to Old’s College Smart Farm & other PSI’s to evaluate, demonstrate, and validate your developing technology.
- Accelerator Opportunities
  - Selected startups will have the opportunity to graduate into THRIVE’s Canada or Global Accelerator programs.
- Partner Perks
  - Gain access to over $3.5 million in exclusive perks and discounts from their network of leading industry partners, designed to accelerate your startup’s growth and success.

Who should apply?

They’re looking for promising founders with innovative ideas
Specifically they are looking for:
- Early-stage startups that are based in or registered in Alberta, Canada
- Startups with innovative, science or technology-driven solutions in AgTech, FoodTech, or Climate Tech
- Pre-seed or early-seed stage ventures ready to validate their innovation
- Teams eager to receive hands-on support, mentorship, and market exposure
- Entrepreneurs committed to making a positive environmental and economic impact

For more information, visit SVG Ventures.