The value proposition of Springboard is in learning, and encouragement, and developing new awarenesses and capabilities. It’s ACOA’s best work.

Dr. David RiskSt. F.X. researcher and entrepreneur

Springboard is “backbone” of Atlantic Canada tech ecosystem. Springboard is a trusted source of expertise and support in region. 

Jeff LarsenAssistant Vice-President, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Dalhousie University

Springboard was the only organization that combined proof of concept funding with patent and legal. That is what we needed at that time: Industry engagement funding to license the tech. It’s like they considered the whole lifecycle from ideation to commercialization. They don’t just provide funding, they guide the research through the whole process.   

Dr. James RobarCo-founder Adaptiiv

Springboard provides a single point of contact for industry to tap the research capabilities of an entire region, and amplifies the R&D capacity of Atlantic Canada. At a time when Canadian business needs to improve productivity, Springboard is a working model that should be replicated in many other markets. 

Peter MorieraFounder, Entrevestor

The world-class research taking place at Atlantic Canada’s post-secondary institutions is fueling innovation in every sector of the economy and giving our businesses a real leg up against the competition. And Springboard is right at the heart of it – bringing together the right partners to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing industry today and helping lay the groundwork for the success stories of tomorrow.

The Honourable Gudie HutchingsMinister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA

Having the support of a Springboard ILO at Holland College was key to helping us to navigate the many different funding channels and to identify the correct path forward to support a collaborative R&D project.

Chef Allan WilliamsCanada’s Smartest Kitchen