Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship
AcceleratorSt. John's · Pre-Seed–Seed · 9 people tracked
Investment thesis
MCE aims to help every Memorial University student develop entrepreneurial skills, inspiring students across disciplines to solve real-world problems through innovative business solutions. Its goal is to be an early-stage catalyst helping make Newfoundland and Labrador the most entrepreneurial province in Canada. The centre offers programming, events, mentorship, co-working space and funding support, including programs like the Student-in-Residence (with $10,000 funding), LearnLaunch pre-seed funding, the Mel Woodward Cup pitch competition, and Illuminate for women and gender-diverse founders. Since 2016 it has grown from 20 students annually to over 300, gaining global recognition.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 9 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 1 of 4 portfolio companiesDigital Health ×1Healthtech ×1
Portfolio companies · 4 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeBreatheSuite delivers pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD patients in a home-based format, combining physical therapy and respiratory therapy led by licensed clinicians.
Digital HealthHealthtech
Dr. Kali Nordin(Clinical Director | Doctor of Physical Therapy)
Student-founded startup supported by MCE.
Student startup supported by MCE.
Student venture whose early success MCE contributed to.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship invest at?
- Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship focus on?
- Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship located?
- Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship is headquartered in St. John's, CA.
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