Grants for Student Founders

​EMBARK Funding Lab: Grants for Student Entrepreneurs

​Turn a promising idea into a fundable next step, without giving up equity.

​Built for TWU students and early-stage founders, this practical seminar will help you understand how non-dilutive funding can support idea validation and early momentum.

​What you’ll learn

• ​Mitacs grant opportunities relevant to student entrepreneurs and early-stage projects

• ​What eligibility really looks like (and common misconceptions)

• ​What stronger applications do differently

• ​How to move from idea to validation with clearer funding pathways

• ​Practical next steps you can act on after the session

​Why attend

• ​Get clear examples and real decision points

• ​Explore funding options that can help you validate your idea without giving up equity

• ​Leave with a sharper direction on how to position your project for support

​Who it’s for

• ​TWU students

• ​Aspiring founders

• ​Early-stage teams exploring a real project and looking for funding options to validate and grow

​Event details

• ​Date: March 18, 2026

• ​Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• ​Location: Robert G. Kuhn 215, TWU Langley Campus

​About EMBARK

​EMBARK is TWU’s venture incubator, helping students and founders move from idea to action through practical support, mentorship, and a values-driven entrepreneurial community.

​Learn more: https://embarkventures.ca/