Ocean Startup Activator - PEI Edition

Fri Nov 29 2024 at 08:30 am to 05:00 pm UTC-04:00

Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship 550 University Ave | Charlottetown

Ocean Startup Project
Publisher/HostOcean Startup Project
Ocean Startup Activator - PEI Edition
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Join us on November 29 for a day filled with inspiration, collaboration & competition focused on tackling the challenges facing our oceans.
About this Event

Dive into the Blue Economy at the Ocean Startup Activator - PEI Edition, an exciting in-person event designed for students, researchers, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Join us on November 29 at the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship for a day filled with inspiration, collaboration, and competition focused on tackling the challenges facing our oceans.

Throughout the day, you’ll engage in dynamic ideation exercises, team-building activities, and hear from industry leaders. This is your chance to brainstorm innovative solutions to real-world problems in the ocean sector. You’ll also be exposed to valuable resources and support to help you on your entrepreneurial journey.

Exciting Prizes Await! Compete for a chance to win cash prizes:


  • 1st Place: $300
  • 2nd Place: $200
  • 3rd Place: $100


Teams for the Ocean Startup Activator should consist of 2 to 4 members. You’re welcome to come with your own team, or if you’re attending solo, don’t worry! We’ll have a team formation activity where you can easily connect with other participants and form a team on the spot. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow innovators, share ideas, and collaborate on tackling the challenges presented throughout the day. Whether you arrive with a group or join one during the event, everyone will have a chance to contribute and compete for exciting prizes!

Register today to secure your spot.



About the organizers

Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship

The Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship at the University of Prince Edward Island is dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurial thinking across campus. The Centre offers a wide range of support, including mentorship, resources, and funding opportunities, to help students transform their ideas into successful ventures. Our mission is to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by providing an inclusive environment where creativity, collaboration, and growth thrive.


Ocean Startup Project

The Ocean Startup Project propels Canada as the top destination for ocean entrepreneurs, driving innovation across the ocean economy. Our mission is to transform Canada into a global hub where ocean startups can thrive, from inception to global market presence. Leveraging a network that includes Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and partners from across the country – Genesis, Springboard Atlantic, PEI BioAlliance, New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF), Technopole Maritime du Québec (TMQ), Invest Nova Scotia, and the Centre for Ocean Applied Sustainable Technologies (COAST) – we bolster Canada’s innovation ecosystem for ocean-focused startups. Our efforts have catapulted us to the forefront, being recognized in the top 5 accelerators/incubators in North America and top 10 globally in the Blue Economy sector according to Startup Genome’s Report. Launched in 2020, we’ve quickly become a global contender, not only speeding up market access for Canadian startups but also attracting international ventures. Join us in navigating the future of the ocean economy, where together, we can unlock the ocean's full potential.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship 550 University Ave, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, Canada

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