Cyber Security
Secure the future in a city built for digital resilience
Brampton is home to Canada’s first Cyber Security accelerator and a growing ecosystem supporting innovation, talent, and global partnerships
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Securing the Future of the Cyber Security Ecosystem
- Brampton plays a key role in Canada’s digital security future, anchored by institutions like Sheridan College’s Faculty of Applied Science & Technology and the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst -Canada’s first dedicated Cyber Security accelerator. These local assets create a direct pipeline from classroom to workforce, supporting over 800 new jobs in the sector.
- Province-wide, Ontario trains over 65,000 STEM graduates annually and offers more than 700 Cyber Security-focused courses. Nationally, Canada’s talent strategy is strengthened by its research capacity and partnerships within the Five Eyes network, making the country a magnet for global security innovation.
- Brampton’s Cyber Security ecosystem is expanding rapidly, driving job creation, commercialization, and sector diversification. The city’s strategic location within Canada’s Innovation Corridor and near Toronto Pearson Airport enables startups and scale-ups to connect with national and international markets.
- Ontario remains the country’s top IT hub, hosting 40% of Canada’s tech workforce. Nationally, 69% of Cyber Security revenue is generated domestically, while exports to allies in the Five Eyes contribute $1.15 billion, reinforcing Canada’s global role in cyber defense and technology.
- Brampton is building a future-ready digital economy. The city continues to attract investment and talent through its innovation ecosystem, led by Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and supported by Sheridan’s applied programs in information security and software development.
- As digital threats evolve, Ontario’s deep talent pool and industry-academic collaborations will keep the province at the forefront of Cyber Security innovation. Federally, with the sector expected to grow 9.12% annually, Canada’s market is projected to reach $7.26 billion by 2028 -solidifying its place as a leader in secure digital infrastructure.
How we help
BHive’s Cyber Security Cohort offers a number of key benefits for international start-ups, including:
Access to
Funding
Matching applicants with suitable investors and funding opportunities for the industry.
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.
Mentorship Opportunities
Introductions to leaders in the Cyber Security space to provide mentorship, guidance and support.
Research Facilities
+ Lab Space Access
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.
Dedicated Sector Manager
Access to a dedicated Sector Manager specializing in Cyber Security to provide industry-specific advice for the Canadian and North American markets.
Who should apply
Our Cyber Security cohort is designed for coachable, energetic founders with startups that are shaping the future of the industry 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 of the following are preferred:
- Revenue-generating
- Recurring revenue
- Pilot Customers
- IP
- Fraud Detection
- Identity Theft
- Hacking Prevention
- Mobile, Cloud & Network Security
- Data Governanace & Privacy
- Intrustion Detection
- Penetration Testing
