Fintech Accelerator Programs is sponsored by Station Fintech (Finance Montréal). These accelerator programs are designed to help fintechs grow by facilitating connections to large corporations, financial institutions, insurance companies, investors, and service providers within Finance Montréal's network.

Station FinTech | Accelerator Informations Station Fintech Finance Montréal Forum Fintech Canada Connect with Large Corporations in the Financial Industry to Accelerate Your Growth Station Fintech Accelerator, powered by Highline Beta, is a 4-month program designed to help you accelerate your growth by introducing you to targeted connections in large corporations, insurance companies, investors and service providers within the Finance Montreal network, the financial cluster of Quebec.

The program will also give you the tools to plan your fundraising, the blueprint to help you secure and execute corporate pilots/POCs and the know-how behind scaling your B2B marketing and enterprise sales. Open to fintechs with a product in market in these Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Website : https://www. kaira.

ai/ Personal finance management Kaira is a new type of employees’ benefit that complements the employers’ overall compensation package. Startups will participate in a tailored program that will help them expand their network and accelerate their growth in specific areas including fundraising, corporate pilot/POC strategy and B2B marketing and enterprise sales.

FACILITATED CORPORATE & INVESTOR INTRODUCTIONS You will have the opportunity to connect with major financial institutions, such as, CIBC, TD, Desjardins, National Bank and more, in addition to insurance companies, investors and service providers. You will learn the ins-and-outs of fundraising, how to secure, plan and execute corporate pilots/POCs and how to scale your B2B enterprise sales and marketing to accelerate your growth.

ACCESS TO THE FINTECH STATION WORKSPACE & SERVICES You will be granted access to Station Fintech co-working space where you and your team can work from, get access to services and join the community in the heart of Montréal, Québec. You will have the opportunity to connect with the team at Highline Beta. As a VC firm, Highline Beta may consider investing in your company at the Seed stage.

SUPPORT FROM A POWERFUL NETWORK You will be supported by Experts, Advisors, Corporates and the teams at Station Fintech and Highline Beta throughout the program, and beyond. Program Outline / Benefits January 29, 12:00 p. m.

(EST) February 12, 12:00 p. m. (EST) Closing of the application pediod Announcement of selected startups Do I have to give equity to participate in the program?

No, it’s a non dilutive program! Is there any cost to participate? The program is free of charge and does not take any equity or shares of the start-up.

What happens after the application has been submitted? We will evaluate all applications and will contact you no later than the week of December 9, 2024. The program includes 10 hours of focused session delivery, designed to provide you with the essential tools and insights to validate your business solution effectively.

In addition, you’ll receive up to 5 hours of personalized weekly support from our expert mentors and program team. This dedicated support is tailored to help you address challenges, refine your business model, and accelerate your progress throughout the program. Together, the structured sessions and ongoing guidance ensure you have the resources needed to build with confidence and drive meaningful results.

How many companies will join the cohort? We plan to select a focused cohort of 10 to 15 companies. This small group size ensures personalized attention, meaningful peer collaboration, and a supportive environment where each startup can receive tailored guidance.

What happens after graduating from the program? Upon graduation, all founders will become part of our Alumni Network, gaining ongoing access to a vibrant community, continued support, and exclusive events and initiatives. Whether you need advice, connections, or resources, we’re just one request away, ready to support you as you continue to grow and scale.

What is the relationship between Station Fintech and Fintech Cadence? Station Fintech and Fintech Cadence are collaborating to create a world-class program designed to support fintech startups based in or looking to operate in Canada, navigating the critical validation stage, often one of the toughest phases in their growth journey.

Station Fintech is hosting the program, providing the infrastructure and community space, while Fintech Cadence is responsible for developing the program content. Together, they bring their extensive networks and deep industry expertise to guide and support founders every step of the way, ensuring participants have access to the best resources, mentorship, and connections throughout the program.

What is expected from participating startups? The program runs for 8 weeks and includes a mix of interactive workshops and industry nights. During these sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with industry experts and potential customers to test and validate your solution in real time.

Active participation is key, this means attending all sessions, completing assignments, and being open to feedback. You’ll be expected to collaborate closely with mentors and peers to refine your business model and validation strategy throughout the program. Is the program virtual, in-person, or hybrid?

The program will be offered in a hybrid format with in‑person opportunities in Montréal and Québec City. If you anticipate any difficulties with this, please let us know. Can I participate if my company is not based in Quebec?

Yes, you can. The sessions will be delivered virtually in those cases. Who do I contact if I have further questions?

You can contact Anthony Aloise, Startup Coordinator at anthony@fintechcadence. com . 4 Place Ville Marie, suite 300, Montreal, (Quebec) H3B 2E7 A Finance Montreal Initiative Website by Agence Riposte