Ignite o/a Planet Hatch
AcceleratorFredericton · Pre-Seed–Seed · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
Planet Hatch, operating alongside its sister-brand Ignite, supports entrepreneurs in starting, growing, and succeeding through an ecosystem of partners. It connects businesses with funding opportunities such as the Impact Loan, provides one-on-one mentorship and coaching via Ignite's Business Growth Team, and delivers tailored programming for skills development and business growth. Its Start-up Visa program targets immigrant entrepreneurs seeking to launch innovative businesses in Canada, combining an expedited visa process with six months of business acceleration in its Fredericton incubation centre and offering a path to permanent residency for up to five co-founders and their families.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from the firm's websiteFrequently asked questions
- What stage does Ignite o/a Planet Hatch invest at?
- Ignite o/a Planet Hatch invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Ignite o/a Planet Hatch focus on?
- Ignite o/a Planet Hatch focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Ignite o/a Planet Hatch located?
- Ignite o/a Planet Hatch is headquartered in Fredericton, CA.
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