Fred Smith got a C on the paper that became FedEx.
Everyone thought it was unrealistic.
He built it anyway.
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For any founder who's ever been told "no"
Keep going. Build the system.
Bet on yourself when it counts.
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#FounderMindset #StartupLessons #BuildToScale

Summer highlights from Trucking & Trades at TBDC
🚛 Wrapped our first Hamilton youth cohort
👷‍♀️ Hosted info sessions for women & newcomers
🏗️ Welcomed prefab employers
🎙️ Featured on The Plastics Guy Podcast
🏆 Finalist for a Community Impact Award
#SkilledTrades #TruckingCareers

Toronto added 95,900+ tech jobs in five years, more than any major U.S. tech city.

This isn’t just growth. It’s momentum.

If you’re building in AI, SaaS, fintech, or clean tech, Toronto offers the scale and support to go global.

#TorontoTech #GlobalFounders #BuildInCanad

Stablecoins are going mainstream.

From $10B to $160B globally, and Canada is being urged to act.

Regulatory clarity could turn 🇨🇦 into a leader in digital asset innovation.

#Stablecoins #Fintech #BlockchainCanada

Toronto’s startup scene is buzzing this summer.
From pitch nights to sales deep-dives, the city is full of opportunities to connect, learn, and grow.

🗓️ Explore what’s coming up!

#TorontoTech #StartupEvents #InnovationEcosystem #BuildInCanada #TechEventsToronto

Canada Day celebrates the builders, creators, and risk-takers shaping Canada’s future.

Founders from around the world choose this country to bring bold ideas to life and we’re proud to support what comes next.

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

#CanadaDay #GlobalEntrepreneurs #StartupsCanada

We're proud to be named a finalist for the Community Impact Award by CanadianSME Small Business Magazine recognizing our work in Ontario’s Trucking and Skilled Trades sectors.

Big thanks to our incredible team!

#SkilledTrades #WorkforceDevelopment #Exploreskilltrades

178 ecosystem partners. 5 days. 1 powerful launchpad.

TBDC Horizon’s Sprint Week kicks off in 3 days—designed to sharpen your value prop, connect you with real customers & investors, and put your startup on a global growth track.

Let’s build something bold. Together. #SprintWeek #TBDC

Immigrant entrepreneurs aren’t just contributing to Canada’s economy—they’re transforming it.

In this new CanadianSME podcast, TBDC CEO Vik Khurana joins Kripa Anand to talk newcomer-led innovation, inclusive ecosystems, and building a national launchpad for startups.

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Behind every scaled startup is a circle of sharp minds and strong allies.

Sprint Week is just one week away, and the energy is already building! We’re looking forward to welcoming the founders, mentors, and partners who make this program what it is.

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We're honoured to be a finalist for The Community Impact Award at the Canadian SME National Business Awards 2024!

Together, we’re shaping a more inclusive future in Trades & Trucking.

#CanadianSMEAwards #CommunityImpact #OntarioBusiness
#BusinessLeadership #FutureOfWork

Have an idea you want to turn into a business? Lucky you! The deadline to apply to Business Inc, an 8-week program to help you plan your business, has extended to April 21st! #TorontoBusiness #DiscoverToronto #SmallBusinessSupport #TBDC
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Join the Business Inc Newcomer Series and equip yourself with the tools for success. Apply by March 19th! bit.ly/4hxXFa8
#Entrepreneurship #TorontoLibrary

TBDC is now on Bluesky🎉

We're here to fuel your entrepreneurial dreams. We offer high-level programs and mentorship to help you launch, grow, and succeed. Join our thriving community & let's build the future together!

🌎 Local or global, we've got you covered. Discover more at tbdc.com