Thanks to the generosity of Seneca donors, the first round of recipients of the HELIX Catalyst Fund are getting a boost for their business ventures.

The HELIX Catalyst Fund is available to active entrepreneurs who are a part of HELIX, Seneca’s on-campus innovation and entrepreneurship incubator.

HELIXers can apply to receive microgrants of up to $5,000 to help them at any stage of their business, from validating their idea, to launching or scaling.

This funding can be used for a range of activities, including to build a website, launch products, purchase raw materials, advertise new products or conduct market testing.​

“Many funding bodies look to only support entrepreneurial ventures that are currently in market with growing sales,” said Chris Dudley, Director, Entrepreneurship. “The HELIX Catalyst Fund microgrants are designed to support the needs of startups during their early stages where support is arguably most critical to their success.”

Provides consumers and businesses with protection for a safer and more secure web browsing experience​ with an API that connects to the top five global databases for tracking cybercriminals

Funding goal: To increase growth within selected browsers​
Catalyst Fund amount: $4,500

EMERGE

Healthcare hub that connects patients to health care providers​ from the comfort of the patient’s home

Funding goal: To increase brand recognition and client leads by participating at the 2022 Pri-Med Conference
Catalyst Fund amount: $3,000

Break down barriers that discourage bicycle commuting with the development of an e-bike conversion kit

Funding goal: To build a custom order configurator on the ​website and hire an electronics engineer
Catalyst Fund amount: $4,500

Michelle’s Skin Shines

Online skincare hub that provides videos on simple skincare solutions for adults (ages 18+) and product recommendations

Funding goal: To increase the user experience by creating interactive and engaging content
Catalyst Fund amount: $5,000

HELIX provides a wide range of supports including workshops, access to networks, mentorship and resources to develop an innovation mindset, and the skills to innovate from within companies as strong intrapreneurs or to launch a new venture as entrepreneurs.

­­­­­­­­­­­The HELIX Catalyst Fund is growing. To support this transformative program, please contact advancement@senecacollege.ca.