District 3 Innovation

🚀 Level Up Your Business Model with District 3! 🚀 Join our Winter 2025 Validation Cohort! This 10-week intensive program will help you build, test, and refine your business model through hands-on guidance, market validation, and expert support. Our programs are free and open to all—we take no equity. Program Dates: January 29 - April 16, 2025 Application Deadline: January 15, 2025 Apply Now: https://buff.ly/4illLXF 💡 Curious to learn more? Join our Meet & Greet Info Session! Hear from D3 stream leads & past participants as they share insights from their entrepreneurial journeys: Iskander El Amri, Co-Founder & CEO, Solyntek Fora Fereydouni, Founder, Cognitai Andrew T. Song, PhD, Founder & CEO, Neiges Biotechnologies 📅 Date: January 14, 6:00 - 8:00 PM 📍 Location: District 3 👉 Sign Up Now: https://buff.ly/3OqlGUz Don't miss this opportunity to launch your startup in high tech, health, or bio! #District3 #ValidationProgram #Entrepreneurship #HighTech #HealthTech #BioTech #Startups #Innovation Concordia University Emran Ghasemi Marina Massingham Jean-David Begin Anmol N. Margaret Bywater-Ekegärd Mahzad Sharifahmadian Edna Chosack Dmitri Kharitidi

Happy Holidays to the D3 community! 🎉❄️ What a year it’s been—full of inspiration, growth, challenges, connections, and resilience. We’re incredibly grateful to celebrate 10 years of turning ideas into impact alongside all of you. As we look ahead, we’re excited to see where your journey takes you in the new year. For now, take some time to relax with a warm cup of tea, whether by a virtual or real fire, and reflect on the incredible progress you've made. We’re proud of each and every one of you—whether you're an early-stage founder, a seasoned entrepreneur, or an ecosystem partner, your hard work and growth haven’t gone unnoticed. Thank you for following your passion and making a meaningful difference in the world. Don’t forget to celebrate yourself, your co-founders, and the vibrant D3 community around you. Here's to you! ⛄️🥂 Please note: District 3 will be closed from December 21st to January 6th. We’ll see you in the new year! Ready to take your startup to the next level? Applications are now open for our Winter Cohort! Apply to join D3 and turn your ideas into impact in 2025! https://lnkd.in/esjiTGPD Register for our info session on January 14 to learn more! https://lnkd.in/e4CM3NTK -- Joyeuses fêtes à la communauté D3! 🎉❄️ Quelle année cela a été—remplie d'inspiration, de croissance, de défis, de connexions et de résilience. Nous sommes incroyablement reconnaissants de célébrer 10 ans à transformer des idées en impact à vos côtés. Alors que nous regardons vers l’avenir, nous sommes impatient.es de voir où votre parcours vous mènera dans la nouvelle année. Pour l’instant, prenez le temps de vous détendre avec une tasse de thé chaud, que ce soit près d’un feu virtuel ou réel, et réfléchissez aux progrès incroyables que vous avez réalisés. Nous sommes fiers et fières de chacun.e d’entre vous—que vous soyez un.e fondateur.rice en début de parcours, un.e entrepreneur.e chevronné ou un.e partenaire de l’écosystème, votre travail acharné et votre croissance n’ont pas passé inaperçus. Merci de suivre votre passion et de faire une différence significative dans le monde. N’oubliez pas de vous célébrer, ainsi que vos co-fondateur.rice.s et la vibrante communauté D3 qui vous entoure. À vous! ⛄️🥂 Veuillez noter: District 3 sera fermé du 21 décembre au 6 janvier. Nous vous retrouverons dans la nouvelle année! Prêt à faire passer votre startup au niveau supérieur? Les candidatures sont maintenant ouvertes pour notre prochaine cohorte! Postulez pour rejoindre D3 et transformer vos idées en impact en 2025! https://lnkd.in/esjiTGPD Inscrivez-vous à notre session d’information le 14 janvier pour en savoir plus! https://lnkd.in/e4CM3NTK #HappyHolidays #D3Community #Entrepreneurship #StartupGrowth #ImpactInnovation Concordia University

🌟 Meet Tam Nguyen, Our Ideation Stage Lead 🌟 We’re excited to spotlight Tam Nguyen, our Ideation Stage Lead, who plays a pivotal role in guiding entrepreneurs through the early stages of their journeys. As Tam shares, "Founders and teams who join us at this stage are often at a crossroads in their careers and lives, asking questions like: Is entrepreneurship right for me? If so, what path can I design to make this journey both joyful and impactful? Where do I start to bring my idea to life? Committing fully to impact entrepreneurship can feel overwhelming, and we don’t ask for that—at least not yet—in this program. Instead, we invite participants to commit to exploring, experimenting, and asking thoughtful 'why' questions, not only about their projects but also about themselves." 🌟 Interested in joining our Systems Mapping Program and learning from Tam? Apply now! https://lnkd.in/esjiTGPD Spots are limited. Apply by January 5, 2025 to reserve your spot! #Entrepreneurship #ImpactInnovation #SystemsThinking #SocialImpact #StartupJourney #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #SystemsMapping #ImpactEntrepreneur #Innovation #SocialGood #EntrepreneurshipSupport #CommunityBuilding #Startups #ChangeMakers #FutureLeaders #ApplyNow Concordia University Julie Hamel Mitalie Makhani Nicholas Rezzara Eric Steedman Sandra Chang Katarina Martins

🎉 Celebrating a Decade of Innovation at District 3 🎉 This week, we marked 10 incredible years of District 3 with a warm and lively gathering at our downtown coworking space. It was an evening filled with live music, engaging startup activities, inspiring speeches, and the unmistakable energy of our vibrant community. We heard from visionary founders like Diana Horqque Ratto, Ali Mehdi, Nicolas Fortin St-Gelais, and Wanda Stamford, who shared their incredible journeys and how D3 shaped their paths. Interactive activities from startups like Haply Robotics, Piccles, Heritage Lab, and Acoustic Antidote showcased the creativity and impact of our community. We’re immensely grateful to: Graham Carr, President and Vice-Chancellor of Concordia University Xavier-Henri Hervé, Founder of District 3 Aaron Johnson, Associate Vice President Research, Interim Executive Director of District 3 Anna Karina Ehrhardt, MBA, Director of Operations of District 3 And to our coaches, staff, alumni, and founders who continue to make D3 a home for innovation and collaboration. Here’s to another decade of breakthroughs, connections, and impact. Thank you for being part of this journey! 🚀 #D310Years #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Community #Celebration Concordia University Colin Gallacher Felix Desourdy Chris Bent 🥒 Peng Zhang Julie Hamel Mitalie Makhani Tam Nguyen Nicholas Rezzara Eric Steedman Sandra Chang Katarina Martins Rosilda D'Arienzo Emran Ghasemi Jean-David Begin Marina Massingham Jacqueline Walker Philippe Genois Anmol N. Margaret Bywater-Ekegärd Mahzad Sharifahmadian Heena P Edna Chosack Dmitri Kharitidi Marion K. Regina Gantert Andrea Betts Sophie Legler Shayne La Rocque Paul Geiben

🎉 Congratulations to the Fall ’24 Validation Cohort! 🎉 Over the past 10 weeks, these incredible founders and their teams have worked tirelessly to validate their ideas, refine their business models, and take big steps toward their entrepreneurial goals. We're so proud of the progress they've made and can't wait to see their continued success. 🌟 High Tech Startups LegiSimple: Antonio Spiezia ARaura: Michael Webber & Connor Harty Streya: Christopher Vreugdenhil & Matthew Bélair Groov: Mathis Romano Skobinsky & Dylan Taylor 🌟 Health Startups MiniGyn: Claire Phan & Julie Bertucceli mentAImage: Saber Ghadakzadeh MD, MSc, PhD Consultation Semperform Inc: Athanasios Babouras & Paul Martineau 🌟 Bio Startups Telescope Therapeutics: Jana Schuettpelz, Magdalena Del Toro Zechinelli, Terry Hebert, & Nadia Giannetti Quorum Biome: Yassir Laarais & Charles Leroux-Codere Each team has shown incredible resilience and innovation, and we’re excited to see where their journeys will lead next. 🚀 A huge thank you to our coaches and the D3 community for supporting these entrepreneurs along the way. Here’s to turning ideas into impact! 🙌 📢 Want to be part of the next cohort? Applications for our Winter 2025 Validation Program are now open! 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/esjiTGPD 👉 Join us for our Meet & Greet Info Session on January 14 to learn more about the program, meet our coaches, and hear from alumni. 📅 Info Session Date: January 14, 2025 🕕 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM 📍 Location: District 3 🔗 Register for the Info Session: https://lnkd.in/e4CM3NTK #District3 #Winter2025Cohort #ValidationProgram #Startups #Innovation #ApplyNow Concordia University Emran Ghasemi Jean-David Begin Marina Massingham Anmol N. Margaret Bywater-Ekegärd Mahzad Sharifahmadian Edna Chosack Dmitri Kharitidi Jacqueline Walker Philippe Genois

🌟 Spheroid AI is one step closer to revolutionizing cancer care! 🌟 With Julia, their AI-driven medical assistant for ovarian cancer, Spheroid AI is helping clinicians detect cancer earlier, recommend personalized treatments, and support better decision-making through data-driven insights. This breakthrough brings them closer to truly individualized cancer care for all. Congrats to the team at Spheroid AI on your incredible progress! 🚀 #AI #CancerCare #MedicalInnovation #PersonalizedMedicine #SpheroidAI Concordia University V1 Studio Margaret Bywater-Ekegärd Jorgelindo da Veiga Dr Mario Jolicoeur

🔥 Genuine Taste is on fire! 🔥 We are thrilled to share some incredible updates for this innovative startup: 🌱 Named Top Venture of the Spring Invest Together in Climate Innovation program and selected as People’s Choice 🐾 A finalist in Nestlé Purina North America’s Pet Care Innovation Prize Genuine Taste is transforming the alternative meat industry by improving the taste, texture, and nutrition of plant-based meats with cultivated fat. Their mission is to reduce the environmental impact of industrial animal agriculture while helping consumers make the switch to more sustainable food options. Congratulations to the team for these impressive achievements! We're proud to see the impact Genuine Taste is making on the future of sustainable food. 🌍✨ #StartupSuccess #Sustainability #Innovation #AlternativeMeats #ClimateAction #GenuineTaste #D3Startups #PetCareInnovation Concordia University Margaret Bywater-Ekegärd Emily Farrar Pooya Mamaghani, PhD

🚀 Congratulations to the Fall '24 Social Innovation Validation Cohort for successfully completing the 12-week journey with District 3! 🎉 Last week, the cohort presented their final pitches, showcasing their innovative solutions that are making a real impact. Here are the startups that wrapped up the Validation Program: ✨ B2 Consultation - Helping organizations and individuals improve team engagement and performance with a science-backed framework. Joell Eryasa, B.Ps., M.A. Stéphanie Millette-Brisebois, M. Sc. ✨ Frizz + Co - Empowering individuals with curly and textured hair with intentional products and education to elevate their hair care journey. Daphné Eastmond, CPA ✨ Bene Care - Developing a retreat center for parents dealing with isolation and stress, providing personalized services to meet their emotional and physical needs. Dorit-Lynn E. Staco Rems Christleen E. ✨ Aspire Link - Providing career mentorship and resources to support less affluent Canadian youth, helping bridge the ambition gap. ✨ Yelosquare 🟨 Digital Product Passports - Creating digital product passports to help consumers and businesses track products, save money, and contribute to sustainability. Fabien Lafontaine ✨ Enerwin AI - Cutting energy use by up to 45% and enhancing comfort with an AI-powered HVAC optimization system. Nowaisir Khan ✨ Yathu Care Homes - Offering integrated care homes and mobile clinics for seniors facing homelessness and complex healthcare needs. Dalitso Mzinganjira DPC, RPN Anushka Mzinganjira ✨ PlayWise International - Empowering children through sports and mentorship, while allowing donors to track the impact of their contributions. Edith M. ✨ Viscause - Improving corporate social responsibility with an interactive donation platform that strengthens employee engagement and supports local communities. Pascal H. A special shoutout to our Alumni Speakers Teresa D'Agostino & Nicola Masella, founders of PAWSOME Concierge, for their inspiring words and sharing their journey with us! 🐾 It's been a pleasure watching these entrepreneurs take meaningful steps toward creating lasting social change. ✨ Want to join the next D3 Social Innovation cohort? Apply now! ✨ https://lnkd.in/esjiTGPD #SocialInnovation #Entrepreneurship #Impact #D3ValidationCohort #District3 #StartupJourney Concordia University Julie Hamel Sandra Chang Tam Nguyen Katarina Martins Nicholas Rezzara Mitalie Makhani

🌟 Startup Spotlight: Ozex 🌟 Discover Ozex, the mobile app designed by Marie-Claire H. to support and empower new parents as they navigate the challenges of parenthood. Ozex offers self-help tools to help parents reconnect with their partners and rediscover intimacy after the life-changing experience of having a baby. At District 3, Marie-Claire found not only expert coaching but also a supportive community of like-minded founders who helped her navigate the ups and downs of the entrepreneurial journey. "As a solo entrepreneur, the road can feel lonely at times," Marie-Claire shares. "Being surrounded by other entrepreneurs and friends with businesses really helps." 🎥 Watch our Founder Series video on YouTube: https://buff.ly/3OG8XNI 🌎 Do you have a social or environmental issue you want to solve? Apply now to join our D3 community! https://buff.ly/3YUbsRt #District3 #Ozex #StartupSpotlight #Parenthood #MentalHealth #Entrepreneurship #SocialInnovation #SupportForParents #FounderJourney #SystemsMapping #Validation #ApplyNow Concordia University Julie Hamel Mitalie Makhani Tam Nguyen Sandra Chang Katarina Martins