We connect businesses with expertise and a community of entrepreneurs in Grey Bruce
Catapult Grey Bruce is propelling opportunities at home by empowering entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey with connections, knowledge and space to take their business to the next level. Our business coaches and mentors are successful local entrepreneurs with industry expertise to start, grow and scale startups.
Our physical space at Sydenham Campus in Owen Sound is unlike any in the Bluewater Region and the perfect place for like-minded business owners to gather, learn and get new ideas to grow their business.
Key Industries and Programs
Catapult Grey Bruce is bringing together established entrepreneurs from across Grey and Bruce Counties to create a dynamic ecosystem where businesses can grow and thrive. Our programs are designed for innovative businesses that want to scale and are seeking support from experienced industry consultants.
Our mentors are available to offer one-on-one support giving you access to a variety of experts in the field. We have partnered with Georgian College to help small businesses overcome their biggest challenges.
AgRi-Food and Retail
Calling all foodies! We help food entrepreneurs start and grow their business. The Recipe to Retail program teaches you everything you need to know to prepare your product for retail shelves.
Energy sector and Suppliers
Support the Grey, Bruce, Huron nuclear clean energy initiative with your next big idea. We help you build your business plan, 1:1 mentorship and connections to grow your business.
manufacturing and Tech
Advanced tech, mechatronics and engineering are transforming the manufacturing sector. Design and prototype your products in the Sydenham campus FabLab (coming soon!).
News & Events
Catapult Business Bootcamp- Mar 13- April 17, 2024
This weekly 6-part small group online intensive business bootcamp will take you through strategy, marketing, numbers, operations and more to help you develop functional business systems. Facilitated by Paul Oehm, owner of Business Profit. Includes 2 private coaching sessions.
Entrepreneur Wellness Series
This weekly wellness-focused series meets either in person weekly at the Sydenham Campus, Owen Sound or virtually. Join fellow entrepreneurs for community, professional development, wellness and stress-reduction. Join one, all, or any of the sessions of interest. Jan 15-Mar 11, 2024 at 10am.
Our Impact
Since 2019, Catapult Grey Bruce has been charting the course towards an energizing environment for entrepreneurs to realize their dreams and create new opportunities here in Grey Bruce.
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Volunteer opportunities
Volunteer your time to help local entrepreneurs grow their business by sharing your experience and expertise. We are actively seeking mentors in any field and board members.
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We are filling downtown retail spaces, creating new small businesses, and an abundance of jobs in every field, and a network of support through mentorship. Sponsor Catapult and share our dream of a vibrant community and future for the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Catapult is a Startup Canada Community
We are a Startup Canada community representing Grey Bruce nationally. Our goal is to increase the recognition of the economic contributions of entrepreneurs and startups in our region. We work closely with our entrepreneurship ecosystem partners to better support local entrepreneurs. Grey Bruce is a dynamic and supportive place to grow a rural-based startup.
Our Partners
Founding Donors
Dan Aleven | Randy Boyd | Billie Bridgeman | Rob Cordell | Brian Davenport | Al Diggins
Dennis Dodge | Stan Didzbalis | Alex Hector | Ian Hendrie | Dr. Jan Henning | Neale Kemp
Steve Lowe | Dr. Mark Lukasik | Harry Marshall | Dr. Colin McIvor | Jim McCoubrey | Dan Mock
Jamie Nicol | Peter Rissi | Rob Robinson | Tony Solecki | David Stobbe | Jeff Sizklai | Gil Vanderschot
Bob VanDolder | Peter VanDolder