Startup Fundamentals Bootcamp

Have a tech startup idea but not sure what to build, who it’s for, or where to start?

This one-day, in-person Startup Fundamentals Bootcamp is designed for early-stage founders who want to move from idea to action. You’ll spend a full Sunday working through the core building blocks of a startup, with hands-on exercises, real examples, and practical tools you can use immediately.

Note: A laptop is required to get the most out of the day.

In this bootcamp, you will:

• Build and refine your business model with the Lean Canvas
• Clearly define your target customer and problem
• Learn how to run effective customer discovery interviews
• Leave with a new outlook on AI and an adaptive prompt to stress test your idea

This is not a lecture series—it’s a working session. You will leave with concrete next steps.

You’ll also get:

• Direct access to experts
• Peer learning from other founders at a similar stage
• Breakfast, lunch, and caffeine ☕

This bootcamp is ideal for:

• Aspiring and first-time founders
• Early-stage tech founders at the idea or early MVP stage
• Founders considering applying to IO Ignition
• Anyone feeling stuck and looking for clarity on bringing their idea to life

You do not need:

• A registered company
• A co-founder or team
• A finished product

You do need:

• An idea you’re willing to test
• Openness to feedback
• Willingness to do the work

Note: If you have attended our standalone AI Fundamentals, Customer Discovery or Lean Canvas Workshops in the past the content being presented may be similar.

Info: Grab a coffee, introduce yourself and learn more about the day ahead!

Info: We'll dive into your Lean Canvas and refine your business model

Info: Now that you know your customer segment, learn how to approach & interview them to further validate the problem you are trying to solve

Info: Gain a strategic framework for thinking about AI

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Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, Canada

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