Canada's Blue Economy Accelerator Pilot

British Columbia is on the cutting edge of the global blue economy. From materials innovation to renewable marine energy, AI-powered conservation technology and more, the potential for ocean innovation is unparalleled. Blue Action Canada is a blue economy accelerator to connect high-potential, BC-based ocean ventures with industry experts, partners, and investor networks tailored to each company's needs, from around the world.

Top-Tier Accelerator Programming from Global Experts

Following the success of their joint program Blue Action Accelerator, Founders Factory (London) and Blue Action (Bahamas) are joining forces with COAST to accelerate BC's rising blue economy talent. Through a 16-week program, the Blue Action Canada pilot leverages road-tested programming and renowned mentors to set participants up for success.

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Participant Benefits:

  • Expert-led programming

    Founders Factory & Blue Action deliver four months of expert support across product development, operations, commercialization, data science, partnerships, and fundraising.

  • Mentor matching

    One-on-one mentorship time with leading experts and experienced startup operators.

  • Access to a global industry network

    Tap into Blue Actions’ global ecosystem of government and industry partners, ranging from government agencies to ports to maritime industry leaders.

  • Investor introductions

    Meet and pitch to Founders Factory’s global investor community, including a curated group of climate and ocean investors.

  • Local support

    Receive in-person, on-the-ground support in British Columbia to establish local presence and foster important regional connections. The program culminates in a residential program in Vancouver, coinciding with Web Summit.

Meet the Pilot Cohort

The first cohort’s focus areas include offshore energy, ocean monitoring and data collection, ocean materials innovation, and coastal resilience. Click on each logo to learn more about our participants.

Read about all of our pilot cohort members in our official cohort announcement.

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