The ripple effect created by good mentors can last for generations, paving the way for new ideas, new technologies, and the leaders of tomorrow.

 

Mentors are carefully selected to uphold the values of MentorConnect. They come from multidisciplinary backgrounds and industries, and draw from at least 20 years of business experience, including C-suite leadership experience to offer advice and enable mentees to reach their fullest potential.

 

What Mentors Gain

 

  • Have a lasting impact on the next generation of high-achieving entrepreneurs.

  • Interact, learn, and develop relationships with like-minded peers.

  • Help a startup with a team of mentors, without the burdens of being a sole mentor.

  • All administration and coordination is taken care of, so you can focus on mentoring.

Become a Mentor

What Our Mentors Have to Say

 

"As a mentor – I am continuously impressed by the ingenuity and vitality of the startups. Mentor Connect succeeded in creating a dynamic, collaborative environment that actively engages mentors with startups as they grow their businesses.”

— Corinne Charette, Senior Concordia Fellow and former CIO, Government of Canada

 

“The quality of the mentors provided is truly impressive. The depth and diversity of knowledge, experience and industry network made available touches on every aspect that any startup would need.”

— Allan Christensen, Product Development & Industrialization Expert

“MentorConnect creates a culture that embraces and values trust, open communication, diversity of opinion and a dynamic team mentoring approach, all of which contribute to helping the entrepreneurs in their journey to growth.”

— Chantal Laberge, Corporate Director

 
 

“MentorConnect is a great way to give back to the entrepreneur community and stay connected with the startup ecosystem.”

— François Aird, Administrateur de sociétés

Our Mentors have Leadership Experience in a Wide Variety of Ventures

Cossette Communication

Chantier de l’économie sociale

BDC

Bell Media

BMO

C2RO

Cloud Robotics

CAE Healthcare

Cascades

CDPQ

Cedrom-Sni

CIBC

Cirque du Soleil

Concordia University

Avestor

Deloitte Canada

Desjardins Venture Capital

Diablo Technologies

EXFO

Fondaction

Fonds FTQ

Groupe Dynamite

IBM Global Services

Kearney

ISED

Matrox

Nortel

Cycle Capital

KPMG Consulting

Mad Science Group

XMedius Solutions 

Pratt & Whitney

Premiere Executive Suites

MUHC

RISQ

Rutter Inc

Simbionix Inc

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc

Thought Technology Ltd

Transat AT

Trellia Networks

Via Rail

Weston Bakeries

Xpertdoc Technologies

Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation

BCE

Sagemcom

FAQs

How long do startups get access to mentoring?

As long as the mentees and mentors think it is beneficial for the startup. On average, startups meet every two months with mentors and can request additional meetings on a per need basis.

What is the time commitment required of mentors?

A typical mentoring session lasts up to 90 minutes. Mentors get to decide how many ventures they would like to take on, they also meet with fellow mentors every two months for a lunch meeting and networking session. 

What do you look for in a mentor?

Mentors come from multidisciplinary backgrounds and industries. They draw from at least 20 years of business experience, including C-suite leadership experience. Mentors are comfortable with team mentoring and supporting early-stage ventures.