Deadline: 15 August 2024
The Fintech Cadence’s Ascension program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and network necessary to build a compelling case for raising capital.
Securing funding as a startup is crucial for building a strong foundation and scaling up, but the process can be overwhelming. To succeed, you need a comprehensive understanding of the funding landscape and the ability to maximize available opportunities.
Funding Information
- Fintech Cadence does not invest in participating fintechs. Through the program, you will meet with key capital provider stakeholders (government entities, VC’s, Financial Institution venture arms, angel investors etc.), however, they can’t guarantee there will be financing given by any of these stakeholders by the end of the program.
How Ascension can help you?
- Ascension is a no-fee no-equity program for founders seeking to launch their fundraising journey.
- A pitch tailored to capital providers to maximize your investment opportunities.
- Understanding of the financing options (non-dilutive and equity) available in Canada.
- Planning of your financials for investment readiness.
- Creation and due diligence of your data room, including technical demos and financials.
- New connections with key stakeholders and capital providers.
- Learnings and unique exchanges through workshops and fireside chats.
Additional Support and Takeaways
- Guidance
- You will get tailored and personalized guidance from Fintech Cadence and top caliber experts, experienced entrepreneurs, and seasoned VCs through:
- Pitch Practice Sessions.
- Office Hours.
- Meetings with Industry Experts.
- Workshops.
- Fireside chats.
- You will get tailored and personalized guidance from Fintech Cadence and top caliber experts, experienced entrepreneurs, and seasoned VCs through:
- Connections
- A supporting network is essential while navigating the arduous task of funding a scalable business. Through Ascension you’ll have the opportunity to meet other entrepreneurs and experts from the fintech landscape with:
- Peer-to-peer sessions.
- Strategic connections.
- Showcase Week.
- Additional networking sessions.
- A supporting network is essential while navigating the arduous task of funding a scalable business. Through Ascension you’ll have the opportunity to meet other entrepreneurs and experts from the fintech landscape with:
- Resources
- As part of the program, you will have access to the following resources:
- Exclusive access to an archive of recorded workshops for the duration of your enrolment.
- Software credits with the most relevant software for fintech startups.
- Access to recruitment channels on Fintech Cadence’s job board, Slack Channels and community newsletters.
- As part of the program, you will have access to the following resources:
- Visibility
- They aim to amplify your achievements and engage you with the national fintech ecosystem through:
- Networking sessions with industry experts, leaders in the financial landscape, and with other startups participating in the program.
- Opportunity to be showcased at Fintech Cadence’s events.
- Social Media exposure.
- They aim to amplify your achievements and engage you with the national fintech ecosystem through:
Eligibility Criteria
- They’re seeking fintechs who:
- Operate a business incorporated in Canada.
- Have a validated problem.
- Have a working prototype of the solution and/or have proven traction.
- Be an early-stage fintech looking to raise funds within the year.
- Have not raised more than $1M in equity funding.
- Have at least one founder or senior member on the team with technical expertise.
- Have at least one founder working full time on the startup.
- Have large sale growth ambition and potential.
For more information, visit Fintech Cadence.
