At the end of your Maple Bespoke program, your member’s status will be transitioned over to ALUMNI status in which you are still a part of our Launch Academy network and community. We will be providing any relevant updates, opportunities, and invitations if any are to arise.
Your access to the following will be removed:
Launchpad Programming (AMA, Townhall, Pitch session, etc.) Slack Community (You will have access via ALUMNI Channel only) LaunchHub Perks, Recordings, and content Extended Immigration Support from the Launch Team After the Maple Program, you will be expected to keep submitting monthly reports on your company’s developments as it is a requirement of the Startup Visa Program.
Over the next 12 months, your company will be focused on the following objectives and milestones:
Waiting for your WP & PR Approvals Arrival and settlement in Canada Working towards any business objectives within Canada that were outlined in your timeline and plans Continuance of Monthly Update submissions Networking within the local tech community Building connections and partnerships within Canada Submission of an updated Due Diligence Form
We hope to see you around the community and are excited to see where your company continues to grow. We’ll keep in touch and hope to hear from you again soon.
Suggested Prompts
How can alumni maximize their ongoing engagement within the Launch Academy community after transitioning from the Maple Bespoke program?
What strategies can companies use to effectively meet their objectives related to immigration approval and local integration within Canada?
In what ways might submitting regular updates and building local connections contribute to long-term success for companies in the Canadian tech ecosystem?
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Introduction & Onboarding (Pre-Program)
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Welcome to Maple
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What is Launch?
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The Launch Team
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Important: Book Your Onboarding and Expectations Calls
Maple - Resources
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What to Expect
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Join Launch’s Slack Community
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Disco
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LaunchHub
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LaunchPad Calendar
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Topical Modules
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Payment Support
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Main Start-up Visa Program Website
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Get Connected to Our Network
Maple - Timeline & Catch Up Calls
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Bespoke Timeline
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Office Hours
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Book Your Milestones Planning Session
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Immigration Module Progress Updates
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Company Catchup and Resources
Welcome to Maple
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Reminder: Book Your Onboarding Call
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Summary
The Startup Visa Immigration Process
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Immigration - Workshop & Office Hour
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Immigration Webinar Slides
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Hire an Immigration Lawyer
Incorporation Process
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Incorporation - Workshop & Office Hour
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Incorporation Webinar Slides
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Hire an Incorporation Lawyer
Maple - Deliverables
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Immigration Module Progress Update
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Maple Deliverables
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Important: Monthly Company Update
Deliverables: Company & Incorporation
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Company Deliverable: Company Description
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Immigration Deliverable: Choice of Immigration Path
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Immigration Medical Exam
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Immigration Language Test
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Company Deliverable: Lean Canvas
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Incorporation Deliverable: Incorporation Certificate
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Company Deliverable: Member Chart
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Company Deliverable: Capitalization Table
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Company Deliverable: Pitch Deck
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Immigration Deliverable: Proof of Funds
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Company Deliverable: Due Diligence
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Immigration Deliverable: IMM Form 5475
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Thanks for Submitting Your Deliverables!
Deliverables Reminder: Monthly Company Updates
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Recurring Deliverable: Monthly Company Update
Deliverables: Immigration - Letter of Support, Permanent Residency and Work Permit
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Final Documents Submission
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Company Immigration Catchup: Permanent Residency Ready
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Letter of Support Request
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Permanent Residency and Work Permit Submission Dates
Resources
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Catchup, modules and programming
Module: Lifestyle Module
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Lifestyle Module
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Workshop: Housing and Real Estate
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Housing: Choosing Where to Live in Vancouver
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Housing: Choosing Where to Live Around Vancouver
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Housing: Accommodation and Rental
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Bank Account: Opening a Bank Account in Canada
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Education: Childcare
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Education: Schooling System in Canada
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Education: Types of Education Available
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Transportation: Drivers Licence
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Transportation: Ride-Sharing
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Transportation: Public Transportation
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Government Support: Spouses
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Government Support: Dependents and Children
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Health Care: The Health Care System in British Columbia
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Health Care: BC Services Card
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Health Care: Medical Services Plan (MSP)
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Health Care: Pharmacare
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Employment for Spouses and Dependents: Workshop with Pat Chaisang of Isempower
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Employment for Spouses and Dependents: Resume and Interviews
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Employment for Spouses and Dependents: Jobs Portal
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Employment for Spouses and Dependents: CO-OP
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Employment for Spouses and Dependents: Transferring Credentials to Canadian Employment
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Employment for Spouses and Dependents: Registering for SIN Number
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Lifestyle: Community
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Vancouver Festivals
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Lifestyle: Telecommunication and Internet
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Lifestyle: Groceries and General Store
Module: Non-Dilutive Sources of Funding in Canada
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Introduction: What is Non Dilutive Funding?
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Introduction: Resources
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Loans Available in Canada: Resources
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Loans Available in Canada: RBCx
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Loans Available in Canada: TIMIA Capital
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Loans Available in Canada: Clear.Co
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Loans Available in Canada: Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP)
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Loans Available in Canada: WeBC - Loans for Young Women Entrepreneurs in British Columbia
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Loans Available in Canada: Other Loans (list)
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BDC: Introduction
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BDC: Technology Financing
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BDC: Small Business Loan
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BDC: Newcomer Entrepreneur
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BDC: Other Services
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Tax Credits: Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED)
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Tax Credits: Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (IDMTC)
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Tax Credits: Other Tax Credits
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Talent: Innovate BC
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Talent: MITACs
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Talent: Student Work Placement Program
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Grants: NRC IRAP
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Grants: ISED
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Grants: Canada Digital Adoption Program
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Grants: CanExport SMEs
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Grants: CanExport Innovation
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Other Sources Available in Canada: Digital Technology Supercluster
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Other Sources Available in Canada: BC Government Procurement Concierge Program
Module: Fundraising in North America
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Resources: Fundraising in North America
Module: Hiring in Canada
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Hiring and HR practices in Canada
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Employee Benefits and Options
Module: Banking and Accounting in Canada
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Workshop: Banking in Canada
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Workshop: Accounting in Canada
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Startup Finance: Introduction to Clearbooks
Module: Financial Literacy
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Budget Sheets 101
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Breaking Down and Creating The Income Statement
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Understanding the Balance Sheet: A Financial Snapshot
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The Cash Flow Statement - What Really Matters
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Taxes 101: What to Know
Additional Resources
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Investors’ Newsletter
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Interview and Press Information
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Module: Traction University
Maple - Program Wrap Up
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Congratulations!
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Offboarding Call
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Offboarding Package
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Landing Checklist Preparation
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NEW UPDATE Monthly Company Updates Revised > Annual Update Form & Quarterly Update Form
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Referral Program
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Next Steps
Module: Lifestyle Module for Ontario
Lifestyle Module for Alberta (Calgary)