Genesis

Genesis is Newfoundland and Labrador’s hub for early-stage innovation, helping founders turn bold ideas into thriving companies. From first-time entrepreneurs to scaling startups, we offer programs, community, and connections to support every step of the journey. Today, Genesis is more collaborative, inclusive, and founder-focused than ever. Through a growing suite of programs and events, we help build startups with real impact while fostering a vibrant, supportive tech community across the province. To date, more than 1,000 tech startups have come through Genesis programs, creating more than 2,700 jobs and contributing more than $3.5 billion in economic impact to the province. Programs for Founders Startups 101 Find your starting point. This interactive virtual workshop helps you explore startup ideas, understand the tech landscape, and learn what it takes to build a business from scratch. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs who are still figuring it out. Evolve Test, refine, and get ready to grow. Evolve is an eight-week sprint for early-stage founders to shape their idea, talk to real customers, and build a business that’s ready for what’s next. It’s focused, practical, and designed to help you make real progress.