Startup Canada is Canada’s leading entrepreneurship organization. We aim to make Canada the best place to nurture businesses by connecting Canadian entrepreneurs and startups with the support, community, and tools they need to start and build their businesses. 

We serve entrepreneurs from all backgrounds, industries, and stages of development, with a network reflective of Canada’s diverse population. Our flagship programs include Startup Women, Startup Global, Startup Gov, and Startup Communities. We’re home to leaders and go-getters who are compassionate at heart, and we believe in empowering grassroots communities and creating win-win-win solutions.

Our People
Our dynamic and fun team of professionals across Canada connect directly with
Canada’s vibrant entrepreneurship community and leading entrepreneurs. We offer employee opportunities to accelerate their career growth at every step of the way.

Culture
Working with entrepreneurs every day is the biggest perk of the job. We’re
motivated every day to serve our community, one entrepreneur at a time. We also offer other cool perks.

Flexibility
We have staff across the country representing our diverse national ecosystem, remotely.

Employee Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including dental.

Wellbeing Perks
We hold monthly health over hustle activities to support our collective mental health and include five mental health days for everyone.

Travel Opportunities
When we’re back to in-person work, we travel across Canada to support our programming.

Are you interested in joining our team? Check our careers page (https://www.startupcan.ca/about/careers/) regularly as we add more opportunities to bring your passions and skills to our growing organization.

Startup Canada

Startup Canada's headquarters in Ottawa, Canada

Kayla Isabelle

Natasha Morano

Rick Spence

Isabel Nolan

The Program Management and Operations team at Startup Canada oversees the planning, execution, and optimization of our flagship programs like Startup Women, Startup Global, Startup Gov, and Startup Communities. They ensure seamless program delivery, foster strategic partnerships, manage digital productions, and track growth initiatives. This team is integral in driving the efficiency of our operations and enhancing the impact of our support to Canadian entrepreneurs across the nation.

Program Management and Operations

The Community and Advisory Team at Startup Canada is dedicated to fostering connections and providing valuable insights to Canadian entrepreneurs. Team members host engaging events like #startupchats and podcasts, build and nurture local entrepreneurship communities such as in the Durham Region, and provide strategic guidance through board membership. This team ensures entrepreneurs have access to a robust support network and expert advice, helping them thrive at every stage of their business journey.

Community and Advisory Team

The Marketing and Communications Team at Startup Canada is responsible for increasing brand visibility, promoting our flagship programs, and engaging with our diverse network of Canadian entrepreneurs. They create and manage marketing campaigns, handle communications strategies, organize events like the Startup Canada Tour, and collaborate closely with other teams to ensure cohesive and impactful messaging across all platforms. This team is pivotal in connecting entrepreneurs with the resources they need and fostering a supportive community.

Marketing and Communications Team

The Leadership Team at Startup Canada provides strategic direction and oversight, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission to support and empower Canadian entrepreneurs. They are responsible for fostering partnerships, driving growth initiatives, and representing the organization to stakeholders and the broader community. Through visionary leadership, they guide the company to enhance its impact on Canada’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Startup Canada

Org chart

Teams

Program Management and Operations

Community and Advisory Team

Marketing and Communications Team

Leadership Team

Offices

Startup Canada

Org chart

Teams

Program Management and Operations

Community and Advisory Team

Marketing and Communications Team

Leadership Team

Offices

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