The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a seed-stage mentorship program for massively scalable startups. CDL-Montréal is focused on tech and science-based ventures , with specialized streams for entrepreneurs in artificial intelligence, blockchain/Web3 and supply chain–related fields.

Build something massive.

CDL is the country’s largest program for massively scalable high-tech and science-based ventures. CDL-Montréal is committed to maximizing development and creating value for each of its participants.

Features

  • Focused mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs who have founded, led and sold significant tech companies.
  • Intensive one-day sessions every eight weeks to assess the progress of ventures and set new short-term objectives.
  • Opportunities to secure funding through the CDL network, including angel investors and partners from leading venture capital firms.
  • Technical advice from world-leading scientists from prominent academic institutions.
  • Hands-on support from top MBA students, who embed within the company to provide business support.
  • No fees for participation in the program.

Facts and figures


3 cohorts per year
: AI, blockchain/Web3 and supply chain

300+

CANDIDATES IN 2023

117

GRADUATES SINCE 2017

$2.7 B

IN EQUITY VALUE CREATION

FOUNDING PARTNERS

PARTNERS


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