Home to the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, a national centre for innovation and collaboration in cybersecurity, Brampton is a strategic launchpad for start-ups looking to protect the future of internet-connected systems.
With its thriving business community, a multitude of postsecondary institutions and investment in best-in-class technologies, Brampton is Canada’s hub for cybersecurity innovation and collaboration.
800 jobs to be created through Brampton’s cybersecurity program, and Ontario is home to more than 40% of Canadian IT workers.
There is 7% annual growth rate in demand for cybersecurity professionals in Canada. Industry revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2023-2028) of 9.12%, resulting in a market volume of US$5.49bn by 2028.
Digital technologies are increasingly important to innovation and economic growth, and having a strong cybersecurity strategy is critical to North America’s competitiveness, economic stability, and long-term prosperity. A cybersecurity ecosystem is growing in Brampton and the city continues to strengthen its position in Canada’s Innovation Corridor.
The Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is a national centre for innovation and collaboration in cybersecurity based in downtown Brampton. Empowering Canadians and businesses to take advantage of the opportunities and tackle the challenges of cybersecurity through training and certification; commercial acceleration and support for cyber scaleups; applied research and development; and public education.
BHive’s Cybersecurity Cohort is a sector-specific incubation program suited to founders building proprietary technologies to mitigate the risk posed by cyber-attacks, online fraud, money-laundering and computer viruses, or that are solving problems that will significantly contribute to the field of cyber security and online safety.
Brampton’s key sectors leverage our businesses and research institutions, workforce, expertise, transport links and location to support our economic development strategy and grow our local economy.
Access to funding
Matching applicants with suitable investors and funding opportunities for cybersecurity.
Mentorship opportunities
Introductions to leaders in the cybersecurity and technology industries to provide mentorship, guidance and support.
Access to research facilities and lab space
Leveraging resources from one of the 21 post-secondary institutions located within an hour's drive of Brampton, including top-rated research universities in North America like McMaster University & University of Toronto.
Skilled talent Access to a skilled local workforce of technology professionals as well as thousands of students enrolled at the 21 post-secondary institutions located near Brampton.
Dedicated Sector Manager
Access to a dedicated Sector Manager specializing in cybersecurity to provide industry-specific advice for the Canadian and North American markets.
Our cybersecurity cohort is designed for coachable, energetic founders with start-ups that are shaping the future of cybersecurity by developing innovative solutions to help protect critical systems and sensitive information from digital attacks.
This cohort is aimed toward early-stage companies (pre-seed, seed, or Series), whether they have raised little to no investment or even projects (pre-incorporation); however, start-ups at all levels of the company life cycle will be considered.
Companies with any or all the following are preferred:
Are you a fast-growing foreign start-up looking to expand into North America? Get in touch with the BHive team to see how we can help accelerate your North American expansion.