The Ocean Startup Project (OSP) today announced the launch of Amplify, a new co-designed and collaborative program created to help high-potential Canadian ocean technology startups reach commercialization faster.
Unveiled during OceanFest 2025 at Startupfest, Amplify brings together ecosystem partners including COAST, COVE, Foresight Canada, Genesis, Invest Nova Scotia, and The Launch.
In its first year, $100,000 in funding is available through Amplify. The program provides up to $25,000 per company to support pilot projects, customer demos, and technology deployments. It is open to startups actively participating in an industry challenge, accelerator, or early adopter program with an Amplify partner. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed quarterly.
“Amplify was designed as a direct response to our founders’ needs,” said Paula Mendonça, Executive Director of the Ocean Startup Project. “This program is about closing the gap between building a great product and landing the first big customer. We are not just funding ideas. We are helping accelerate pathways to revenue, procurement, and real-world impact.”
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