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MaRS Group

The MaRS group is a great resource for young entrepreneurs like us. The following is their information and how they can help!

 
What is MaRS?
MaRS is a non-profit innovation centre connecting science, technology and social entrepreneurs with business skills, networks and capital to stimulate innovation and accelerate the creation and growth of successful Canadian enterprises.
Contact Information
  • MaRS Centre, South Tower, 101 College Street, Suite 100
  • Toronto, ON Canada M5G 1L7
  • T 416.673.8100F
·         Website: http://www.marsdd.com/MaRS-Home.html
 
MaRS Services
MaRS group offers their services through three main categories:
·         MaRS Venture Group; is a resource centre for entrepreneurs, technology start-ups and emerging growth companies. The Venture Group provides access to quality information resources, business tools and broad international networks of mentors, talent, market connections, angels, investors and other advisors.
The MaRS Venture Group is ideal for start-ups as they provide valuable resources to aid in this stage of the business development. Educational program are provided to the community at large, to no cost to individuals. The topics are recurring issues that the MaRS advisors have identified for entrepreneurs. The focus is on companies that are technology based, operate in high growth industries such as health care, biotechnology, energy, advanced materials, advanced manufacturing, nanotechnology, and information and communication technologies.
Some upcoming events are:
To register for these or any future events visit:
http://www.marsdd.com/Events/Event-Calendar.html
·         MaRS Collaboration Centre; a conference and meeting space, sets a new standard for facilitation and collaboration technologies.
In order to facilitate innovative and creative thinking MaRS Collaboration Centre offers flexible and comfortable high-tech space that is equipped with the most advanced technology. This allows and encourages communication, whether it is face-to-face across the globe.
The MaRS Collaboration Centre is suited for a broad range of events including:
o     academic and business conferences
o     research and educational activities
o     media events and product launches
o     collaboration activities
o     investor relations and annual general meetings (AGM’s)
o     corporate events
o     networking events
o     other rich media events
o     award ceremonies
o     receptions
o      small and large banquets
To make a reservation or for more detail, visit:
http://www.marsdd.com/MaRS-Centre/Event-Facilities/Reservation-Request.html
 
 
·         MaRS Incubator; offers reasonably priced laboratory and office space for start-up and emerging companies.
 
The MaRS Incubator  allows early stage companies an area to “plug-and-play” office and laboratory facilities that cover basic lab research space requirements.
The Incubator is currently home to 22 companies, representing a diversity of industries including information technology, life sciences, biotechnology and medical devices.

Currently 90% leased, the Incubator has 44 private offices and 42 private labs that can be reconfigured to accommodate individual requirements. Walls within the office and lab areas may be removed or added for maximum space and flexibility.

For enquiries regarding space within the incubator please contact:
 
Nina Gazzola
Director of Operations

P 416.673.8112
Or visit:
http://www.marsdd.com/mars/MaRS-Services/MaRS-Incubator.html