Now to Tell You About Us
Lets Start with Our VISION
Let’s Build the Future, Together.
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Who We Are
NFTEC Innovation Challenge Canada
Network Fostering Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs Canada (NFTEC) exists to close Canada’s digital divide by equipping young people, especially those from underserved and under-resourced communities, with the digital skills, entrepreneurial mindsets, and opportunities they need to thrive in today’s technology-driven economy.
We empower young people to harness digital tools, build creative solutions, and step confidently into the future as innovators, leaders, and job creators.
NFTEC brings the energy, creativity, and drive of entrepreneurship into the hands of young people aged 13–30 across the country through regional innovation challenges focused on solving real problems around human-centred solutions using technology, sustainability, and business skills.
Whether you’re in Atlantic Canada dreaming of saving the oceans, in Quebec ready to revolutionize supply chains with AI, Ontario’s advanced manufacturing, or anywhere else ready to launch your next big idea, NFTEC Innovation Challenge is your launchpad
Why We Exist
We believe the future belongs to creators, innovators, doers, and bold thinkers. Canada needs YOU, problem solvers, who will address global issues through local action. Our program gives young people the platform, tools, mentorship, and recognition they need to take their ideas to the next level.
Each challenge is powered by leading innovation superclusters like NGen (Advanced Manufacturing), Protein Industries Canada, Scale AI, and others, giving you direct access to industry-relevant experience and future career pathways.
What We Offer
- Real-World Innovation Challenges
- Free Learning Modules & Resources
- Local & National Pitch Events & Competitions
- Prizes, Cash Awards & Certifications
- Mentorship From Industry Experts
- Swag, Networking, and Career-Ready Skills
- A vibrant community of like-minded individuals
Whether you’re an Entrepreneur or an Intrapreneur, this is your chance to build something meaningful and make Canada a global leader in innovation.
Explore the Challenges
These are the 5 Supercluster Challenges which you can register for. You can apply for 1 challenge or participate in all.
Advanced Manufacturing
Protein Industries
Ocean
Scale AI
Digital Technology
Land Acknowledgement
We would like to begin by acknowledging that we are gathered on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We recognize and deeply respect the historic connection of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples to this land. We also acknowledge the enduring presence and contributions of Indigenous Peoples to this land and to Canada.