Partnerships

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Creating Partnerships

The Academic Engine for Entrepreneurs

Located within Canada's most innovative university, the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business at the University of Waterloo is also in a region ranked among the top startup ecosystems in the world.

Founded in 2002 by Howard Armitage, Conrad School's mission is to support and expand upon Waterloo's culture of entrepreneurship. For more than 20 years, our graduates have been driving and accelerating innovation in the Canadian economy and beyond.

Our internationally recognized researchers are devoted to forward-thinking work on innovation, entrepreneurship and commercialization and work towards tackling the challenges of today and the future.


Join us as we drive forward innovation and entrepreneurship, together.

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Access

Access tomorrow's entrepreneurs today. Our outstanding students drive forward new thinking for a future workforce.

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Connect

Connect with our world-renowned researchers at the forefront of entrepreneurship and business.

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Network

Be part of a profound network supporting global innovation and the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. You’ll gain a fresh perspective that creates inspiration for you and your organization.

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1000+ ventures founded by students, alumni and faculty
#1 in Canada for Entrepreneurs
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#1 most innovative in Canada

I was truly inspired by the dedication, curiosity and enthusiasm of the MBET students. The energy in the room was contagious.

Ameya Kale

Working with the Conrad School’s students was a pleasure. They’re equipped with business and innovation skillsets and a keen desire to learn the opportunities and challenges in our field. They provided concrete recommendations that were both technologically and financially sound.

Neel Dayal, Senior Director of Partnerships and Innovation, Rogers