Start Your Journey
Do you have an idea or an inkling to pursue a career in entrepreneurship? Whether you are trying to launch a business, find mentorship, or attract investors, we have a number of resources and opportunities to help you where you are at.
How can we help you on your journey?
Founder's Journey
This free online course will guide you from early ideation to development, with insights on how to nurture and grow a new business.
1-on-1 Coaching
Book a free consultation with one of our business advisors to discuss your venture or business idea.
Webinars
Access our archive of webinars covering a variety of entrepreneurial topics from designing products and go-to-market strategy to fundraising.
Accelerator
The Morrissette Accelerator offers education, programming, and resources to help launch new ventures.
Alumni Stories
A number of alumni have pivoted their careers into entrepreneurship. Discover their stories here.
Free Virtual Course: The Founder's Journey
Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this free online course will guide you from early ideation to development, with insights on how to nurture and grow a new business.
Taught by our professors at the Ivey Business School, this 8-module course runs throughout the year. All learning modules and tests are online, so you can complete the course at your own pace.
Entrepreneurship is a journey, and through this program, we will be with you every step of the way.
Our Business Advisors
Like most things in life, it 'takes a village' to successfully start a business. At Morrissette Entrepreneurship, our experienced advisors provide one-on-one coaching to equip you with the knowledge, know-how and tools to build and grow a business with confidence.
Funding Opportunities for Alumni
Western Accelerator
Take your new venture to the next level through our three-month-long Western Accelerator. Applications for the two annual cohorts open in April, and September.
Western Angels' Demo Day
The Western Angels' Demo Day is a semi-annual event that allows entrepreneurs to connect with investors and experienced founders from the Western Community.
Proteus Innovation Competition
The Proteus Innovation Competition is an intense four-month competition that will challenge individuals to create a viable commercialization strategy for 1 of 6 promising technologies, in hopes of winning a cash prize!