Turning a research-driven idea into a scalable company often requires more than capital alone. For UBC-affiliated founders in British Columbia who are ready to gain real market traction, Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch offers a venture builder environment designed to help startups move from early validation to meaningful commercial milestones. Run by the University of British Columbia, Hatch focuses on established, research-based startup teams that are preparing for significant growth steps such as repeatable sales, strategic partnerships, or raising seed or Series A investment.
Through the HATCH Venture Builder program, participating startups gain access to hands-on guidance from experienced Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, along with structured programming that supports fundraising, business modelling, leadership development, and team building. Companies are embedded in a collaborative ecosystem with office space, shared wet labs, and advanced makerspace facilities through ICICS, helping founders technically de-risk their innovation while building strong operational foundations. Additional space at Innovation UBC’s Robson Square hub further connects ventures to Vancouver’s broader innovation community.
Rather than a traditional cash grant, the value of Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch comes from non-repayable support, expert mentorship, and access to networks that can unlock future investment opportunities. For UBC startups aiming to scale with the right guidance and infrastructure behind them, learning more about how Hatch works can be a smart next step.
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