Deadline to apply is Dec. 1st 2024

Are you entrepreneurially driven? Do you have a business idea you want to develop? Are you looking to grow your entrepreneurial network? Do you need funding? If your answer is yes to any or all of the above, we have an event for you!

The University of New Brunswick is excited to host the 15th annual BMO Apex Startup Challenge on January 23 and 24, 2025 in Fredericton, NB. With over $30,000 in cash prizes, networking activities and mentorship from experienced business leaders, you will have the opportunity to compete, learn, and have fun with the future entrepreneurs from across Canada! If you are entrepreneurially driven, this is your chance to take your ideas to the next level!

•  Open to Undergraduate and Graduate Students in any program
•  $30,000 in cash prizes and awards
•  Fully in person event in Fredericton, NB
•  Cash Travel Subsidy of up to $1000 per team available
•  Submissions: 10-12 slide Pitch Deck, 1 page Executive Summary and 60 second Elevator Pitch
•  Teams get a minimum of two opportunities to present to enter the finals, plus the Elevator Pitch Competition
•  NO fees to enter
•  Early Bird Applications: November 15
•  Final Application Deadline: December 1