Canada’s Next Sustainable Changemaker Challenge
To avoid the most catastrophic impacts of climate change, the world must limit global warming to 1.5°C. This requires the world to reach Net Zero emissions by 2050 and halve emissions by 2030 (from pre-industrial levels). As a startup founder, how is your solution reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions?
Are You Building A Startup That is Helping Drive the World to a Net-Zero Emissions Future?
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with experienced advisors, sustainability leaders and clean-tech investors to scale your startup and make an impact toward Canada’s net-zero emissions goal! In the 6-Week Canada’s Next Sustainable Changemaker Challenge, you’ll gain access to sustainability leaders and investors to support your business growth. During this startup challenge, participating companies will pitch how their solutions are reducing GHG emissions to sustainability leaders and the Mackenzie Investments team for a chance to win a cash prize.
All companies in the challenge will get complimentary access to Elevate Festival 2025, October 7-9, in Toronto to meet with investors, network with the tech ecosystem and engage in talks from thought leaders.
HEAR FROM OUR PROGRAM ALUMNI
Discover firsthand how the Canada’s Next Sustainable Changemaker Challenge transformed our alumni into dynamic entrepreneurs and helped their businesses realize full potential.
“Each of the workshops contained different content about how to develop a business and integrate sustainability into a business in a particular way, and it was very helpful.”
“What was surprising was how full the room was with people from Mackenzie. It made me feel that we were on the right path, knowing that many people at a big financial institution like Mackenzie care about sustainability.”
“My favourite moment was chatting with Raymond Luk, a great communicator and storyteller. The way he helped us shape our pitch into a relatable story really made a lasting impact.”
Eligibility Criteria
Ideal startups for this program are:
- Startups building solutions in affordable and clean energy
- Startups focused on green solutions in real estate and property development
- Startups that aim to create more sustainable cities and communities
If this is you and you are ready to take the next step, start your application today.
What’s in it for You
Showcase your business, grow your network, build your scaling strategy, and connect with sustainability investors when you apply to Canada’s Next Sustainable Changemaker Challenge
Pitch For A Prize
The opportunity to pitch your startup directly to Mackenzie executives in a pitch competition and a chance to win a cash prize for your business!
Mentorship & Coaching
Access to a range of experienced coaches and mentors in various areas, including fundraising, marketing, and sales, who can guide you on the myriad ways to build and scale your business model.
Network
Connect with experienced founders in the sustainability space to learn and gain insights into how to scale your startup technology.
Access To Stakeholders
The opportunity to connect with and learn from thought leaders and subject matter experts in the sustainability space.
Insights
Following a commitment to this 6-week program, participants will have received valuable insights into sustainability trends and actionable feedback from growth mentors on how to scale a business in key areas like sales, marketing and fundraising.
Connections & Brand Awareness
Engage directly with the Mackenzie and Elevate teams on opportunities to highlight the impact you’re making towards a net-zero world, including partnership introductions, marketing, and promotion.
