DMZ Japan Inc.

DMZ Japan Inc.
  • Incubation
  • Overseas Development
  • Youth
  • Women
  • Pre-founding
  • All Industries
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Overview

DMZ at Toronto Metropolitan University is a global startup ecosystem that features a world-leading incubator, talent academy, partner network and strategic investment fund. Through its award-winning programming, DMZ equips tech founders with the tools needed to build, launch and scale high-impact startups.

Over the past 14 years, DMZ has helped 1000+ startups raise $2.69 billion in capital and create 5,200+ jobs. From its headquarters in Toronto, DMZ has also grown a strong international presence – with offices and partnerships across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean.

Initiative details

DMZ offers two high-impact incubation programs designed to equip university students, young professionals, and women with the essential knowledge and skills for entrepreneurship.

“Launchpad” is a flexible, self-paced online program that allows participants to learn anytime, anywhere. It covers comprehensive skills in entrepreneurship, leadership, and practical knowledge necessary for building and scaling globally minded businesses. A special version of Launchpad is also available for female founders, providing insights through case studies focused on women-led ventures, offering practical perspectives from real-world experiences.

“Basecamp” is a selective program for 30 participants aimed at nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset and fostering the skills required to build businesses with a global outlook. Combining an approximately one-month online component with a two-week, in-person program in Toronto, Basecamp offers practical support through one-on-one coaching with industry experts, talks from unicorn company founders, networking events, and interactive workshops to accelerate participants’ entrepreneurial journeys.

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