Graduate Students

MIF Lunch & Learn 27: Sales for Non-salespeople

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:42:01 +0000

The very nature of entrepreneurship means that company founders will often have to do a little bit of everything: product development, financial planning, human resources, and yes - sales.

MIF Lunch & Learn 26: Team Building for Startups

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:51:48 +0000

Coopérathon 2026 Information Session

mariesandra.kibisu@mcgill.ca — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:35:23 +0000

Unleash your skills!

Join us to learn more about Coopérathon 2026, Canada’s largest open innovation competition powered by Desjardins.

MIF Pitch Training

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:00:23 +0000

This virtual session will offer basic guidance on preparing a business pitch, as well as some insights on what MIF judges will be looking for.

MIF Pitch Practice Round 2

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:08:11 +0000

Think you're ready to make a pitch to the MIF judges? Make sure you practice first! This session will offer MIF applicants an opportunity to practice their pitch in front of a live audience, with feedback provided.

MIF Pitch Practice Round 1

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:05:50 +0000

MIF Pitch Review Round 1

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:15:24 +0000

MIF applicants who have practised their pitch once will get yet another chance to demonstrate their acquired skills. This final session will be optional.

MIF Pitch Review Round 2

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:16:38 +0000

MIF applicants who have practised their pitch once will get yet another chance to demonstrate their acquired skills. This final session will be optional.

MIF Evolution

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:45:55 +0000

The MIF Evolution reunites MIF cohorts for an evening of fresh pitches and renewed connections, as we celebrate five years of the 91�� Innovation Fund.

91�� Innovation Fund (MIF) information session (MEDICINE)

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 15:43:14 +0000

The next application window of the MIF will open on September 22, 2025. This in-person session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process.

MIF Lunch & Learn 14: Finding non-dilutive funding

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 15:22:34 +0000

In the early days of a spinoff or start-up business, securing adequate funding is critical. But in many cases, founders have to give up some ownership of their company to investors.

Fourth edition of the MIF puts spotlight on life science

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:34:20 +0000

Record number of applications submitted with final selections all clustered in medical therapies and diagnostics

Entrepreneurial spirit is thriving at 91��, as shown by a record-breaking 31 applications to the 91�� Innovation Fund (MIF) this year. Since its inception in 2020, the MIF has been a catalyst for cutting-edge innovation, and this year’s cohort marks the most competitive pool of candidates yet. The seven selected teams are all in the area of life science working to deliver groundbreaking technologies and solutions to global challenges.

MIF Pitch Clinic 1

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:44:52 +0000

All applicants to the MIF are recommended to take training to refine their business pitch abilities.

MIF Pitch Clinic 2

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:44:19 +0000

All applicants to the MIF are recommended to take training to refine their business pitch abilities. This interactive virtual session will help you prepare for Selection Day. Our leader for this clinic will be Dr.

MIF: BMC Clinic 2

junji.nishihata@mcgill.ca — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:08:04 +0000

Join our Business Model Canvas Clinic to refine your ideas and create a winning business plan with expert guidance and support. Turn your vision into a roadmap for success!