ISM Arts & Culture Ltd
AcceleratorPre-Seed–Growth · 10 people tracked
Investment thesis
ISM operates as a designated organization under Canada's Start-up Visa Program, supporting immigrant entrepreneurs seeking to build innovative, job-creating, globally competitive businesses in Canada. It runs an SUV Incubator open to start-ups at any stage, prioritizing those with an MVP and experienced teams with domain expertise and business backgrounds. For high-potential applicants lacking an MVP, MVP development may be included in the program. ISM fulfills the responsibilities of a Designated Organization concerning Commitment Certificates, Letters of Support, and Incubator programs, but does not offer immigration consulting or advise on residence and work-permit applications. Applicants judged not fully ready can use its creative services to improve and reapply.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 10 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 1 of 13 portfolio companiesCleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1
HQs:Canada×1
Portfolio companies · 13 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeUses machine learning for educational and therapeutic services for children with diverse learning differences (India).
Uses AI to optimize construction resources, improving efficiency and reducing waste (Iran).
Digital platform for engaged and transparent urban planning (Vietnam).
Swiss Innovation Fest Start-up Series offering ISM support to pitch winners (Switzerland).
Reimagined primary and secondary education with Montessori-inspired curriculum (China).
Building a smart cleaning ecosystem for digital management of cleaning, energy, and human resources (China).
Connects microbial realms, technologies, and collaborative R&D platforms in agriculture (India).
Offers handwoven and machine-made rugs via an AI and AR platform (Iran).
Cenosphere-infused car parts for lightweight, eco-friendly, high-performance vehicles (UAE).
App connecting temporary employers and employees with verification and payments (India).
Machinery using solar energy to dehydrate foods for higher quality (Mexico).
Swiss Innovation FEST is an event series held in Canada that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders around Swiss-Canadian cleantech innovation.
CleantechClimate TechVancouver, CA
Uses AI and AR technologies for online fashion shopping (Iran).
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does ISM Arts & Culture Ltd invest at?
- ISM Arts & Culture Ltd invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Growth stages.
- What sectors does ISM Arts & Culture Ltd focus on?
- ISM Arts & Culture Ltd focuses on Creator Economy, Media & Entertainment, Sector Agnostic.
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