In 2025, in partnership with accelerators and incubators, we will launch and co-create initiatives dedicated to embedding international ambition into the business models of startups from the outset. This initiative targets Quebec startups with an international focus, currently in the process of defining and validating their business models.
Stay tuned—more information will be shared in 2025!
Stade V et Stade Vo
Stage V is a service designed to accelerate the international growth of technology startups and help them generate annual revenues ranging from $5M to $10M.
Stage Vo is a service aimed at strengthening the international market readiness of technology startups.
Both services are free and personalised and share a selective, entrepreneurial, agile approach with no equity taken.
Overview
The services
Our interventions are tailored to each startup's industry and stage of development, offering à la carte services and cross-functional resources.
Practical Information
Eligibility criteria
- A tech startup in B2B headquartered in Quebec, with the majority of shares owned by Quebec stakeholders, and holding the intellectual property of its solution
- With annual sales of at least $500,000, locally and/or internationally (exception for deeptech companies)
- A minimum of 5 active clients
- A minimum of 4-5 full-time employees
- With a mature and adaptable product
- With sufficient liquidity, 6 months or more
- No negative social and/or environmental impact, currently or in the future
- Be recommended by a reference organization recognized by Québec Tech (see the list)
- More details on exclusion criterion in the FAQ
Evaluation criteria
- Problem and market opportunity
- Market analysis and competitive landscape
- Innovativeness and maturity of the solution
- Business model and commercial traction
- Health and financial commitment
- Leadership skills and vision
Selection process
An independent and transparent process
1. Referral by a supporting organization
2. Invitation to apply and information session by Québec Tech
3. Submission of the application within the chosen period
4. Eligibility validation and evaluation by an independent expert committee
5.1. Final Stage V pitch in front of a jury of experienced entrepreneurs
5.2. Assessment of eligibility for Stage Vo of candidates not selected for Stage V
6. Announcement and launch of services
Stade V_Max
In 2025, young scaleups ready to conquer new markets will be supported. This service helps to accelerate their expansion and maximize their benefits.
More information to come in 2025.