Innovate Eastman (formally North Forge East) is a member of the National Angel Capital Organization (NACO). Founded in 2016, with headquarters based in Pinawa, Innovate Eastman is the first regional leading business and tech incubator in Eastern Manitoba. We are proud to support entrepreneurs in Manitoba and around the world. We help entrepreneurs build great businesses by connecting them with customers, capital, mentors, subject matter experts and community partners through the start-up program. Innovate Eastman is a non-profit that is funded and supported by organizations such as the University of Manitoba, the Futurpreneur, the Community Futures Winnipeg River, the Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, and the Canadian National Energy Alliance.
North Forge East is proud to announce its rebranding as Innovate Eastman Inc. This new identity underscores our commitment to helping entrepreneurs and companies in Eastern Manitoba develop faster, more affordably, and with greater success. As Innovate Eastman Inc., we continue our mission to serve as the premier non-profit, innovation-based, regional business incubator in Eastern Manitoba. Located in Pinawa, our headquarters facilitates a supportive environment where entrepreneurs with strong business ideas can thrive.
We offer a range of services including access to experienced mentors, subject matter experts, networking and training events, grant assistance, market intelligence and guidance as startups navigate through our program. Innovate Eastman also provides specialized training to equip entrepreneurs with essential skills.
Our organization is a proud member of the National Angel Capital Organization (NACO), and we are grateful for the ongoing support from our key partners, including the Canadian National Energy Alliance, Futurpreneur, Sustainable Development Technology Canada, Western BC Polytech College, Treaty One Nation, Rural Manitoba Economic Development Corporation, Stu Clark Entrepreneurship Centre, Red Leaf Capital and more.
In addition, Innovate Eastman is proud to partner with the newly announced Canada’s first First Nation-led Indigenous entrepreneur centre and business and technology incubator established by Treaty One Nation to provide entrepreneurship support and services for regional Indigenous entrepreneurs looking to start their businesses in the eastern Manitoba region.
As Innovate Eastman Inc., we remain dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and business growth in Eastern Manitoba and ensuring that entrepreneurs have the tools and support needed to bring their visions to life.
For more information, please contact:
Shane Li, President of Innovate Eastman Inc.
Phone:
204-291-8108
Email:
sli@innovateeastman.com
Address: 24 Aberdeen Ave, Pinawa, MB