Ocean Startup Project
Overview
The Ocean Startup Project is a pan-Canadian initiative established in 2020 to cultivate and support ocean technology startups. It functions as a collaborative accelerator, providing non-dilutive funding (grants), mentorship, and incubation programs to help early-stage companies address challenges in the ocean sector. The project was initiated and is primarily funded by Canada's Ocean Supercluster (OSC) in partnership with government agencies like the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and a network of regional innovation hubs. It runs programs like the Ocean Startup Challenge to award funds to promising innovators.
Portfolio Companies
49
Website
oceanstartupproject.caInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lillianah Technologies | Jan 2026 | Grant | Co-investor |
| qualiTEAS | Mar 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Mostar Labs | Aug 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| SuBait Inc. | Sep 2020 | Grant | Co-investor |
| InBridge AI | Aug 2026 | Grant | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Ocean Startup Project based?
Ocean Startup Project is headquartered in Canada.
When was Ocean Startup Project founded?
Founding year information for Ocean Startup Project is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Ocean Startup Project have?
Ocean Startup Project has 49 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Ocean Startup Project's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Lillianah Technologies, qualiTEAS, Mostar Labs, SuBait Inc., InBridge AI.
What was Ocean Startup Project's most recent investment shown here?
Ocean Startup Project's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in InBridge AI in 2026.
What sectors does Ocean Startup Project focus on?
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What company stages does Ocean Startup Project focus on?
Stage focus information for Ocean Startup Project is not publicly available.