Process
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Application deadline
July 13, 2018
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First stage screening: At least 20 applicants selected
July 2018
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August 2018
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Six winners announced
September 2018
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Incubation period
September 2018 to August 2021
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Grand prize winner announced
November 30, 2021
Challenge details
To apply you must be
- A woman
- A Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- The main innovator/individual leading the project
Key dates
- Deadline to apply: July 13, 2018
- Grand Prize Winner announced: November 30, 2021
Prizes
- Six Winners received $115,000 per year for 3 years for living and travel expenses
- $300,000 in business incubation support, and up to $250,000 for Federal Laboratory research support
- One Grand Prize Winner will receive $1 million to continue building her business