Launch Lab

Launch Lab Launch Lab is a Regional Innovation Centre funded by the Ministry of Research and Innovation. We are entrepreneurs helping tech-based entrepreneurs.

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A lot of business support is designed for the very beginning. But what about when you are past the idea stage and ready ...
06/01/2026

A lot of business support is designed for the very beginning. But what about when you are past the idea stage and ready to scale?

That is exactly what the Amplify program is built for.

Amplify pairs growing Eastern Ontario businesses with dedicated Launch Lab advisors for ongoing, personalized mentorship. Not a one-time session. Not a generic workshop. Real, sustained support that moves with your business.

If your business is growing and you are ready for the kind of support that keeps you accountable and moving forward, Amplify might be exactly what you have been looking for.

Learn more at https://www.launchlab.ca/amplify-program

This month at Launch Lab, we have been reminded again of just how much talent and ambition exists in this region.From ea...
05/28/2026

This month at Launch Lab, we have been reminded again of just how much talent and ambition exists in this region.

From early-stage founders navigating their first funding round to growing SMEs refining their go-to-market strategy, the entrepreneurs we work with every day inspire us to keep doing what we do.

As we head into June, we want to hear from you.

What are you building right now? What is the biggest challenge you are facing? What would make the biggest difference for your business in the next 90 days?

Drop a comment below to let us know.

And if you are not yet connected with Launch Lab, there has never been a better time to reach out.

For many tech founders, intellectual property is the core of what makes their business valuable. But navigating patents,...
05/26/2026

For many tech founders, intellectual property is the core of what makes their business valuable. But navigating patents, licensing, and commercialization can feel overwhelming.

That is where Launch Lab's IP Commercialization Support comes in.

We work with founders across Eastern Ontario to help them understand what they have, protect what matters, and build a clear path to bringing it to market. Whether you are at the earliest stages or ready to scale, having the right IP strategy in place can be the difference between a good idea and a great business.

If you have an innovative product or technology and are not sure what to do with it next, let's talk.

Learn more at launchlab.ca.

The right connection can change everything.A conversation at the right moment. An introduction to the right person. A pa...
05/22/2026

The right connection can change everything.

A conversation at the right moment. An introduction to the right person. A partnership that opens a door you did not even know existed.

One of the most underrated parts of what Launch Lab does is exactly this: connecting founders with the right people at the right time. Whether that is an investor, a fellow entrepreneur, a potential collaborator, or simply someone who has navigated the same challenge you are facing right now.

Building a business is hard. Building one with the right network behind you is a completely different experience.

If you are looking to plug into Eastern Ontario's innovation ecosystem, we're here to support you.

Reach out today at launchlab.ca.

Are you thinking about raising investment?At Launch Lab, we work with a lot of founders who are either preparing to rais...
05/19/2026

Are you thinking about raising investment?

At Launch Lab, we work with a lot of founders who are either preparing to raise or have just started exploring the idea. And the ones who are most successful share one thing in common: they asked the right questions before they started.

Here are five questions worth sitting with before you pursue outside investment:

1. Do I actually need investment right now, or do I need more customers?
Funding is not always the answer. Sometimes the best path forward is proving your model works first.

2. How much do I actually need, and what will I spend it on?
Vague answers here will sink you in any investor conversation. Know your number and know exactly why.

3. What am I giving up, and am I comfortable with that?
Equity, control, reporting obligations. Investment comes with strings. Make sure you understand them before you sign anything.

4. Who is the right investor for my stage and sector?
Not all capital is created equal. A misaligned investor can be harder to manage than no investor at all.

5. Is my business ready to be scrutinized?
Investors will look at everything. Your financials, your team, your market assumptions. Now is the time to pressure-test your own story.

Raising investment is one of the most exciting and most misunderstood parts of building a startup. If you are working through any of these questions, Launch Lab can help.

Our advisors have helped Eastern Ontario founders navigate everything from early-stage funding to the i.d.e.a. Fund and beyond.

Reach out at launchlab.ca.

Most founders know their product inside and out. But translating that into marketing that actually reaches and converts ...
05/13/2026

Most founders know their product inside and out. But translating that into marketing that actually reaches and converts the right customers? That is a different skill set.

That is exactly where Rocket Studios comes in.

Rocket Studios is Launch Lab's marketing partner, offering Eastern Ontario businesses access to expert digital marketing support. From content strategy and social media to SEO and lead generation, the team helps you show up where your customers are looking.

For many of our clients, having dedicated marketing support has been the missing piece between a good product and real growth.

If your marketing has been on the back burner, it might be time to begin strategizing.

Learn more at www.rocketstudios.ca

Good content does not happen by accident.Behind every strong brand is someone who takes the time to show up, tell the st...
05/11/2026

Good content does not happen by accident.

Behind every strong brand is someone who takes the time to show up, tell the story, and document the work. Whether that is a notebook full of ideas, a camera set up in the corner, or just a few quiet minutes to think before the day gets loud.

For business owners, content creation often falls to the bottom of the list. But the founders who invest in telling their story consistently are the ones who build trust, attract the right customers, and grow.

A lot of founders have the same question when they first hear about Launch Lab: "What exactly does a business advisor do...
05/07/2026

A lot of founders have the same question when they first hear about Launch Lab: "What exactly does a business advisor do?"

Great question. Here is the honest answer.

A Launch Lab advisor is not there to hand you a 40-page report and disappear. They work alongside you to:

- Assess where your business is today, honestly and without judgment
- Identify the gaps holding you back from growth
- Help you build a focused, realistic plan to move forward
- Be a sounding board when you have a tough decision to make
- Connect you with the right people, programs, and resources

Think less "consultant" and more "experienced co-founder who happens to have done this before."

If you have been wondering whether your business could benefit from that kind of support, it probably could.

Learn more about becoming a Launch Lab client at launchlab.ca.

Last month, six incredible companies took the stage at RISE 2026, and one of them left with $10,000 and a whole lot of m...
05/01/2026

Last month, six incredible companies took the stage at RISE 2026, and one of them left with $10,000 and a whole lot of momentum.

We want to say another big congratulations to DOUBL, our RISE 2026 winner.

DOUBL uses 3D body scanning to create a free personalized Denim Diary for every customer, a custom denim guide built around your exact body shape and measurements. It is a brilliant solution to a problem many of us have experienced firsthand: clothes that just do not fit the way they should.

Watching DOUBL pitch at RISE was a reminder of exactly why we do what we do. This is the kind of innovative, customer-first thinking that Eastern Ontario's startup ecosystem is built on.

We are proud to support DOUBL as they build what comes next, and we cannot wait to watch where this journey takes them!

Thank you again to everyone who made RISE 2026 possible: our sponsors, our judges, and every founder who had the courage to take the stage.

More RISE events are coming later this year. Stay tuned.

Today's the day.Join us at 945 Princess Street in Kingston, from 1 - 4h30 PM. Come meet the founders, the investors, and...
04/16/2026

Today's the day.

Join us at 945 Princess Street in Kingston, from 1 - 4h30 PM. Come meet the founders, the investors, and the ideas that are shaping Eastern Ontario's future.

Last chance: https://lnkd.in/d3_GSEMk

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310 Bagot Street
Kingston, ON
K7K3B4

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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