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We're excited to partner with the Town of Grimsby and fellow members of the Grimsby Start-Up Working Group to support the inaugural Grimsby Start-Up Showcase.

This is a free event designed to connect entrepreneurs with the resources, organizations and people who can help turn great ideas into successful businesses.

Join us on Tuesday, September 22 to connect with local business experts, funding organizations, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs – all in one place.

If you've ever thought about starting a business, this event is for you.

Learn more about the event, complete the Start-Up Survey, and register for the event by visiting:
🔗 Let's Talk Grimsby: https://loom.ly/40kJmRc

Read the full news release: https://loom.ly/cwWrRKg

The next generation of AI innovators is already making an impact.

The AI Catalyst Awards 2026 recognize individuals and teams applying artificial intelligence to develop solutions, explore new ideas, and address real-world challenges across the Burlington–Hamilton region.

Brock LINC is proud to support opportunities that celebrate emerging talent and highlight the creativity, curiosity, and innovation of students using AI. Know a student innovator making a difference? Submit a nomination and help recognize their work.

🏆 Nominations are now open.



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Last Wednesday, the Brock LINC was pleased to host Futurpreneur as part of the G20 Young Entrepreneurs' Alliance, bringing together entrepreneurs for a morning of meaningful conversations, new connections, and shared experiences.

Guests also toured Brock LINC's facilities, including Brock's Makerspace, to learn how entrepreneurs can access the tools, technology, and support available to help turn ideas into reality.

Thank you to Futurpreneur and everyone who joined us! We look forward to continuing to build connected that help entrepreneurs thrive.

How new Brock tech is poised to shape the communications industry

🎉 Congratulations to everyone in our Spring NAVIGATE cohort! 🎉

We're incredibly proud of the founders who completed the program—and a special congratulations to our $2,500 pitch competition winners:

🏆 Emily Kotyk, Nine Tails Board Game Tavern
🏆 Sarah Godfrey, Felt Tips

A huge thank you to our mentors, judges, and alumni panel for sharing your expertise and helping our entrepreneurs turn bold ideas into real-world ventures.

To all of our program graduates: congratulations! Your dedication, creativity, and passion have been inspiring to watch, and we can't wait to see where your entrepreneurial journeys take you next. 🌟🎓

🚨 Interested in taking your own idea to the next level? Applications for our next NAVIGATE cohort are open now!
https://loom.ly/4SFKmb8

Building connections, sharing insights, and strengthening Niagara's innovation ecosystem.

On Tuesday, the Brock LINC welcomed entrepreneurs from the Toronto Business Development Centre's Land & Expand program for an afternoon of networking and discussion.

Alongside our innovation partners from Niagara Region Economic Development, Niagara Industrial Association, and Innovate Niagara, attendees explored the resources, services, and opportunities to help businesses grow in the Niagara region.

A special thank you to our panelists, Treasa Pappachan (Adapt Immigration), Milad Nourvand (LingUP), and Amandipp Sing (Enabled Talent), as well as everyone who joined us!

📢 The Brock LINC 2025-2026 Annual Report is here!

Over the last year, Brock researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry partners came together to turn ideas into impact through innovation, collaboration, and commercialization.

Explore the highlights, celebrate the achievements of our innovators, and discover what's next for the Brock LINC.

🔗https://loom.ly/4kRp2O4

Brock LINC Annual Report 2025–2026 Dive into our extensive resources on the topic that interests you. It's like a masterclass to be explored at your own pace.

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride from the Brock LINC!

Yesterday, we joined the Brock community for the annual Pride flag raising ceremony. As a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, we are proud to foster an inclusive space where everyone's ideas can thrive, and where innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers from all backgrounds are welcome.

As part of Pride Month, Brock University is hosting "Mobilizing Q***r & Social Justice Research", exploring how 2SLGBTQIA+ focused research can create impact beyond academia through community engagement and knowledge sharing.

Click the link to learn more! https://loom.ly/Ad7aR1s