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First edition · Starts March 2027 · Applications open
Launch from the Eastern Townships.
A launch program for Estrie founders who want to build here and sell everywhere. Operator support, distribution, and a path to capital, within a day’s drive of Montreal, Toronto, Boston and New York.
The first cohort starts in March 2027.
This is the program’s first edition: a small founding cohort, shaped with the founders in it. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so earlier is better.
The Estrie Launch Program is Regenerate Capital’s program for early-stage founders in the Eastern Townships of Québec, covering tech and community businesses. It combines operator support, a distribution sprint and a path to capital. Applications are open for the first edition, which starts in March 2027.
The region
Build here. Sell everywhere.
The Eastern Townships sit between Montreal and New England: close enough to meet customers and investors in person, calm enough to do your best work.
Who it’s for
Founders building in Estrie.
- Founders based in the Eastern Townships
- Early-stage tech companies and community businesses
- Teams that want to sell well beyond the region
- Bilingual or ready to be
What you get
Being finalized with local partners.
- Cohort sessions with the studio’s operators
- A distribution sprint: SEO, GEO and community
- An investor day with the syndicate and partners
- A local network of founders and experts
Local partners
Built with Estrie partners.
We’re confirming partners across the Eastern Townships now. Their names will appear here once agreements are signed.
Timeline
First edition starts March 2027.
Apply now. We review applications on a rolling basis and share the full schedule with every founder we shortlist.
Apply
Tell us what you’re building.
It takes about 15 minutes. Be specific: we read every answer, and numbers beat adjectives.
Application received
Thank you. We have your application.
Our team reads every application. Shortlisted founders hear from us for a short call before the cohort is selected.
Questions
Straight answers.
When does the first cohort start?
The first edition starts in March 2027. Shortlisted founders get the full schedule first.
What happens after I apply?
Our team reads every application. Shortlisted founders get a short call with us, then we select the cohort and tell everyone the outcome, either way.
What makes a strong application?
Specifics. Real numbers on traction, a clear customer, a founder team that is committed, and a concrete plan to reach your next customers. Early is fine; vague is not.
Does it cost anything?
The format and terms are being finalized with local partners. We’ll share them with every shortlisted founder before anything is signed.
Do I need to be based in Estrie?
Yes, for this program. Founders elsewhere can apply to the studio directly.