Before You Raise, Get Funded | SeedPort & OCI
24 Going
About Event
Join SeedPort and the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) during Waterloo Tech Week for a practical in-person session designed for Canadian tech founders, executives, and R&D leaders looking to better understand and access non-dilutive funding.
Learn how non-dilutive capital can support R&D, commercialization, hiring, and growth while helping founders preserve equity and reach key milestones before their next raise.
What We’ll Cover:
Non-Dilutive Funding Landscape: Explore grants, tax credits, and government funding opportunities for Canadian tech companies.
Funding Strategy & Best Practices: Learn how to identify, prioritize, and sequence funding opportunities.
OCI Programs & Founder Support: Discover key OCI programs, company fit, and how to engage with OCI.
Practical Examples: See how companies combine different sources of non-dilutive funding.
Interactive Q&A: Bring your questions on eligibility, timing, project fit, and funding strategy.
Featured Speakers:
Fernanda Navarro, MBA – Business Development & Commercialization Manager, OCI
Jiahao Wang, Ph.D. – Co-Founder, SeedPort
Who Should Attend:
Canadian tech founders, co-founders, CEOs, CTOs, and R&D leaders looking to fund commercialization and extend runway without dilution.
🍕 Complimentary lunch and drinks will be provided.
Special Instructions
Exclusive Access: Follow SeedPort on LinkedIn to receive your free ticket access code.
Limited Seating: Seating is limited. Please register early and arrive on time.
Catering: Lunch and refreshments will be served starting at 11:30 AM.
Location
Accelerator Centre
295 Hagey Boulevard
Waterloo, ON, Canada
About The Hosts
We are official event hosts with Waterloo Tech Week 2026, a celebration of what’s been built here, and what’s still to come. We’re building something great together. September 12-17, 2026. waterlootechweek.ca
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration responses with Wygo, the hosts, and any listed sponsors.
Photos and videos may be taken at this event for future promotional purposes. By attending the event, you consent to being photographed / filmed. If you'd prefer not to be photographed, please let the hosts know.
Hosts reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any participant who does not comply with the event rules or guidelines. Please be respectful of the hosts and other participants. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the hosts directly.