Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship - Dobson Centre News /dobson/channels_item/1 en Recap of the 2025 Dobson International Fundraising Tour /dobson/node/145585 <p>The 91黑料网 Dobson International Fundraising Tour, in partnership with <a href="https://www.investquebec.com/quebec/fr">Investissement Qu茅bec</a> and the <a href="https://www.economie.gouv.qc.ca/">Minist猫re de l鈥櫭塩onomie, de l鈥橧nnovation, et de l鈥櫭塶ergie</a>, is a flagship opportunity where our most promising startups travel around the world to explore international markets and raise capital, all while meeting government and industry experts, helping them scale their businesses.</p> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:29:15 +0000 91黑料网 Curious Neuron: Helping Parents Nurture their Emotional Regulation Through Science /dobson/node/145363 <h2>Learn about Curious Neuron in our interview with founder Dr. Cindy Hovington</h2> <p>Parental well-being is often an afterthought in our healthcare system, where the focus remains primarily on the child despite growing evidence that a caregiver鈥檚 mental and emotional health is linked to the child鈥檚 development. In this interview with founder Dr. Cindy Hovington, learn how Curious Neuron is bridging this crucial gap by putting parental emotional health at the forefront and providing science-backed tools that foster healthier family dynamics.</p> Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:34:51 +0000 91黑料网 Meet the Prize Recipients of the 2025 edition of the 91黑料网 Dobson Cup /dobson/node/144130 <p>The <a href="/dobson/entrepreneurship-programs/mcgill-dobson-cup">91黑料网 Dobson Bootcamp &amp; Cup</a>, powered by the National Bank of Canada, is a program designed for early-stage startups, with selected startups competing for over $200,000 in funding across 4 tracks: Technology-Driven, Health Sciences, Social Impact and Environmental.</p> <p>Congratulations to the 2025 Dobson Bootcamp &amp; Cup winners and runners-up, and a big thank you to everyone who made this program possible.</p> Fri, 09 May 2025 14:58:08 +0000 91黑料网 Hult Prize: Congratulations to all finalists and the winning team Alaagi /dobson/node/143629 <h2>Congratulations to all finalists and the winning team Alaagi</h2> <p>On March 28-29, 2025, the Dobson Centre hosted the Canadian<strong> Hult Prize</strong>, where the top 19 teams from across Canada pitched their cutting-edge innovations <strong><a href="/dobson/addressing-un-sdgs">tackling the UN SDGs</a></strong> for a chance to <strong>win $1M USD</strong>!</p> Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:16:18 +0000 91黑料网 Level up your startup this summer! /dobson/node/141892 <h2>This summer, we鈥檙e launching two intensive programs aimed at helping you build, scale and strengthen your startup.</h2> <h3>Introducing our new Validation Lab!聽</h3> <p>This new program is designed for founders working towards a successful launch to test, refine and validate their product-market fit.</p> <ul> <li>June - August 2025</li> <li>Validation Stage</li> <li>Industry-agnostic</li> </ul> <h3>The X-1 Accelerator is back!聽</h3> <p>Designed for early-traction ventures, this popular program helps founders scale their ventures and prepare for investor fundraising.</p> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:10:48 +0000 91黑料网 Beyond the Petri Dish: TissueTinker鈥檚 Next-Generation Tumour Models /dobson/node/141438 <h2>We have all been affected by cancer, whether personally or through loved ones.</h2> <p>In this exclusive interview with co-founder Madison Santos, learn how TissueTinker is revolutionizing cancer treatment using bioprinted tumour tissue models.</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/beyond-petri-dish-tissuetinkers-next-generation-tumour-models">Read full article</a></div> Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:22:57 +0000 91黑料网 Redefining Luxury: ecova鈥檚 Commitment to Timeless Sustainability in Fashion /dobson/node/141327 <h2>Sustainability is the future of fashion, and ecova is paving the way forward.</h2> <p>Founded by St茅phanie Beaulieu, ecova brings sustainability and ethical production to the industry, with storytelling at the forefront. 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Mohana founder Dora Jambor鈥檚 entrepreneurship journey stemmed from a foundation in computer science and Artificial Intelligence (AI).</p> <p>Discover what ignited her passion for women's hormonal health and inspired her to start Mohana.</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/mohana-reimagining-womens-health">Learn more about Mohana</a></div> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:10:06 +0000 91黑料网 The Hult Prize Comes to 91黑料网: Apply to Compete in the World鈥檚 Largest Student Entrepreneurship Challenge /dobson/node/141022 <h2><em>Leading a Generation to Change the World</em></h2> <p>91黑料网 Dobson Centre is an official host of the Hult Prize qualifiers. The Hult Prize is the world鈥檚 largest student entrepreneurship competition, offering teams a chance to win $1M USD in funding to turn their social enterprise ideas into reality. This year, teams are invited to pitch any transformative social enterprise ideas that align with at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).</p> Thu, 28 Nov 2024 18:12:03 +0000 91黑料网 Empowering Local Solutions to Global Challenges: The Hult Prize Comes to the 91黑料网 Dobson Centre /dobson/node/141001 <p>The Hult Prize is a globally renowned social entrepreneurship competition that empowers young people to tackle some of the world鈥檚 most pressing challenges through innovative business solutions. At its core is the $1 million grand prize, awarded to a standout team to bring their transformative idea to life.</p> <p>The 91黑料网 Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is honoured to be the local and national host of the prestigious Hult Prize, reaffirming our dedication to building innovative companies with a purpose.</p> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:45:23 +0000 91黑料网 The Dobson Centre Recognized as a Top 10 Finalist for Best Incubator-Accelerator at Prix Galien USA /dobson/node/140978 <p>The 91黑料网 Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is honoured to be recognized as a Top 10 Finalist for the Best Incubator-Accelerator title at the Prix Galien USA. Hosted by the prestigious Galien Foundation, the award ceremony was held on November 7th in New York City.</p> <p>The Prix Galien celebrates groundbreaking achievements in life sciences that advance human health and elevate the human condition.</p> Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:19:09 +0000 91黑料网 91黑料网 places 20th worldwide for innovation and entrepreneurship in new rankings /dobson/node/140856 <p>91黑料网 ranked 20<sup>th</sup> in the new Ignition Schools rankings, evaluating universities鈥 success in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Since its founding in 1988, the Dobson Centre has supported thousands of ventures, generating over 10,000 jobs, and raising $3.7 billion in funding, with over 470 startups currently active. </p> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 23:06:40 +0000 91黑料网 91黑料网 Dobson Centre Celebrates Leading Canadian Entrepreneurship in a New Hub /dobson/node/140778 <p>Upholding the vision of the late John Dobson (BCom鈥49) to foster and enrich entrepreneurial endeavours at 91黑料网, the John Dobson Foundation鈥檚 latest gift has funded the creation of a new permanent physical facility on campus.</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/mcgill-dobson-centre-celebrates-leading-canadian-entrepreneurship-new-hub">Learn more about the Dobson Centre鈥檚 New Hub</a></div> Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:13:39 +0000 91黑料网 The Dobson Centre wins America鈥檚 Most Impactful Initiative at the 2024 Triple E awards /dobson/node/140706 <p>The 91黑料网 Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is proud to receive the title of <em><strong>America's Most Impactful Initiative of the Year</strong></em> at the 2024 Triple E Awards. 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Robert, EP, CSR-P, MBA!</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/empowering-investors-climate-intelligence-how-alter-transforming-financial-management">Read full article</a></div> Fri, 12 Apr 2024 18:48:36 +0000 91黑料网 The Future of Clean Water is Here: Biocene Solutions' Pioneering Algae Remediation Technology /dobson/node/140476 <h2>Biocene Solutions (Biocene) is cleaning water bodies across the world by remediating algae blooms.</h2> <p>Biocene is headed to WCEF in Brussels as part of our International Tour! Check out the interview with co-founders Hasan Sagheer, Kimia Shafighi and Justin de Vries.</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/future-clean-water-here-biocene-solutions-pioneering-algae-remediation-technology">Read full article</a></div> Fri, 12 Apr 2024 18:43:52 +0000 91黑料网 Optimizing Greenhouses: Interius Farms is Growing their Environmental and Social Impact /dobson/node/140474 <h2>Interius Farms is optimizing greenhouses growing operations with their proprietary vertical technology.</h2> <p>Check out our interview with co-founder Jonnie Lawson to learn more about Interius Farms operations. We are excited to support them in our international tour to WCEF in Brussels.</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/optimizing-greenhouses-interius-farms-growing-their-environmental-and-social-impact">Read full article</a></div> Fri, 12 Apr 2024 18:32:47 +0000 91黑料网 Workout for Your Health and the Planet: Off The Grid's Mission to Revolutionize Fitness /dobson/node/140472 <h2>Off The Grid is reducing the ecological footprint of every workout.</h2> <p>Check out our interview with Off The Grid co-founder Charles Couture-Lebrun to learn about their plans for a greener future. 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We are excited to support Ecova at the upcoming stop on our international tour: WCEF in Brussels.</p> <div class="bl-tpl"><a class="button--outline" href="/dobson/article/redefining-fashion-how-ecova-championing-conscious-shopping-and-environmental-responsibility">Read the full article</a></div> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 17:30:50 +0000 91黑料网 91黑料网鈥檚 Dobson Cup receives $4-million contribution from National Bank /dobson/node/5286 <h3>The contribution will support the University鈥檚 flagship startup competition and provide additional seed funding for student entrepreneurs</h3> <p>The Dobson Cup, 91黑料网鈥檚 flagship startup competition and fertile training ground for students and professors with bold business dreams, has received a significant financial injection on its 10<sup>th</sup> anniversary in the form of a $4-million contribution from National Bank, one of its long-time supporters.</p> Mon, 19 Nov 2018 13:53:57 +0000 91黑料网 Remembering Angela Burlton /dobson/node/4929 <p>It is with sadness that the 91黑料网 Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship announces the passing of <strong>Angela Burlton</strong>, Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship and Accounting on July 12, 2018.</p> Thu, 19 Jul 2018 17:50:14 +0000 91黑料网 Dobson Cup winners score on Dragon鈥檚 Den Quebec /dobson/node/4857 <p>2018 91黑料网 Dobson Cup winners, Entr, made an appearance on Dragon鈥檚 Den Quebec where they put their negotiating skills to the test.</p> <p>Through a calm demeanor and thoughtful counteroffering, the duo, comprised of BCom student Marc-Antoine Bonin, was able to clinch a deal that will take their startup to the next level.</p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/DobsonCentre/videos/2171048426244237/" target="_blank">Watch video on Facebook</a></p> Mon, 04 Jun 2018 19:40:41 +0000 91黑料网 The future of power sports is sustainable /dobson/node/4833 <p>Taiga motor founders tapped into a burgeoning market for cleaner alternatives to snowmobiles at just the right time. The Dobson Cup winner sits down with 91黑料网 News to share the latest on their growing popularity and plans for rollout.聽</p> <p>On the agenda is extending the snowmobile鈥檚 battery life, a product launch for the general public in 2020, and translating their technology to other power sport applications.</p> Thu, 24 May 2018 13:54:44 +0000 91黑料网 Cimpl chairman on his career and motivation /dobson/node/4821 <p>Jeff Speak, Chairman at Cimpl and long-time Dobson Cup judge, reflects on the people and formative moments in his life that led him to pursue a career in entrepreneurship.</p> <p>In his present role, he is adamant about the importance of listening when making key decisions.</p> <p>As he says, 鈥淵ou become wiser when you don鈥檛 talk. By listening, you can get more data points to help you make your decisions.鈥</p> <p><a href="https://dobsonchronicles.com/2018/05/15/qa-series-jeff-speak-chairman-at-cimpl-dobson-cup-judge/" target="_blank">Read more in <em>The Dobson Chronicles</em></a></p> Wed, 16 May 2018 15:32:55 +0000 91黑料网 Taiga Motors takes the carbon footprint out of snowmobiling /dobson/node/4783 <p>Winner of the 2016 91黑料网 Dobson Cup, <strong>Taiga Motors</strong>, is busier than ever these days. 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