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What is NovaForge?
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NovaForge is a non-profit, zero-equity AI accelerator and coworking hub based at Office146 in Etobicoke, Toronto. Our mission is to empower early-stage AI startups by offering the structure of a world-class accelerator and the community of an inclusive innovation hub. We guide founders from idea to investment readiness through 3- to 6-month programs that combine milestone-based roadmaps, on-demand learning modules, expert mentorship, and collaborative workspace access.
What Makes NovaForge Unique
Why We Care
At NovaForge, we care because we’ve lived the challenges of building something from nothing — the late nights, the uncertain paths, the spark that turns into a vision. We believe technology should empower people, not overwhelm them. Our mission goes beyond code; it’s about creating tools that make learning easier, ideas stronger, and communities more connected. Toronto’s innovation scene inspires us to stay curious, to listen, and to design solutions that actually move lives forward. Every app, every collaboration, and every line of code is a step toward a world where creativity and tech work hand in hand for real change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
NovaForge is a nonprofit, zero-equity hybrid accelerator and founder community based at Office146 in Etobicoke, Toronto. We support early-stage AI startups through a 3–6 month milestone-driven program, hands-on mentorship, and access to a global coworking network.
Early-stage AI/tech founders—whether solo or in teams, ideal for idea, MVP, or early revenue—who are ready to validate, build, and launch. We welcome first-time and underrepresented founders.
No, NovaForge is completely zero-equity. You retain full ownership of your company and IP.
Our hybrid model combines self-paced LMS resources with live mentor sessions, weekly milestones, workshops, peer stand-ups, and a final demo/pitch day.
Absolutely! Our accelerator is offered in-person (Toronto), fully remote, or hybrid. Sessions are recorded; resources are available on-demand.
Founders get access to coworking areas, meeting rooms, event spaces at Office146 (membership/tier-based), plus global coworking partner locations.
Mentors offer office hours, micro-lessons, and reviews in product, GTM, and fundraising. Investors lead AMAs, pitch reviews, demo day, and warm introductions.
Founders can redeem donated software, deep discounts, and credits for cloud, dev tools, marketing, finance, legal, and more—benefits vary by stage and eligibility.
Expect to spend 3–5 hours per week, with increased intensity for key milestones like pilot launch, investor prep, and demo day.
No equity is required; some services are subsidized or tiered by membership level. Scholarships may be available for eligible teams.
Graduates join our Alumni network with continued access to mentors, perks, events, investor opportunities, and may return to mentor or speak at sessions.
Advisory Network
Beyond our core leadership team, NovaForge benefits from an extensive network of advisors and mentors who bring specialized expertise across various industries and AI applications.