Accelerator Centre

Located in Waterloo, Ontario within the David Johnston Research+Technology Park, and at the University of Waterloo Stratford Campus in Stratford, Ontario, the Accelerator Centre (AC) is a world-renowned, award-winning network of facilities dedicated to developing and commercializing technology startups. The AC provides an essential combination of in-house mentorship, educational programming, facilities, networking, and access to funding and facility services, with a goal of building successful companies. Our in-depth programming, unique accountability model, and long-term view (up to three years) distinguishes us from other accelerators and incubators within the Canadian commercialization landscape. We help entrepreneurs move from start-up to scale-up, accelerate their time to market, and help them attract customers, investment and revenue.