Join us at Planet Hatch on January 22 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm for an exciting showcase of innovation and entrepreneurship.

​We invite business and industry professionals to witness the 24 competing teams pitch their businesses in a lightning pitch competition and network with member of the startup ecosystem. Each team has 1 minute to sell their idea to the judging panel!

Register here.

The Integration Success Program (ISP) helps upper-year international students enrolled in a post-secondary institution in the Capital Region build their skills and prepare them for post-secondary success. The program prepares students through a series of modules designed to help students develop the necessary skills to thrive in the Canadian workforce. 

Applications close January 19th.

Join Food Island Partnership for the Cash-Flow Clinic with expert Kent Thompson to learn how to forecast, plan, and smooth out the money flow in your food business.

Reza Haider, Business Startup Specialist, will lead an hour-long information session on the basics of starting up a business.

Topics included will be business plans, registration of a business, business structure, as well as funding options. A Q&A period will follow.

If you are interested in starting up a business, have questions about a business plan, or are wondering about funding options, register for our next session!

Join ICTC in this series to empower women entrepreneurs through mentorship, knowledge exchange, and networking.

Register here.

Are you a newcomer to the Capital Region? Are you looking to connect and uplift newcomers? Join us and explore the power of networking at Ignite Your Network.

We’re excited to share that our Ignite Connector Appreciation Ceremony is coming up - a special evening dedicated to celebrating the connections made throughout the year. This invite-only event will bring our Connector community together to recognize successes, share stories, and highlight the impact of the program.

Connectors are also welcome to bring a friend or family member who might be interested in joining the program. If they sign up, both will be entered for a chance to win a great prize!

New Brunswick’s premier innovation celebration returns!
This year, InnovateNB 2025 will shine a spotlight on the province’s top innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers during an elevated evening of recognition, storytelling, and celebration.

Read more here.

New Brunswick has a unique opportunity to learn from successful game-industry models in Europe and Western Canada. This session takes a look at what has worked in places like Skövde (Sweden), Berlin, British Columbia, and Alberta, and explores how similar approaches could be applied here.

Register here.

Every Dungeon Master is a game designer at heart. If you’ve ever been curious about taking that creativity to the next level, this event is a great place to start. Partners from around the world are working to build a first-of-its-kind game industry in New Brunswick, and they’re looking for passionate, creative minds to join the journey.

Register here.

Meet with our partner, RBC, for a confidential 30-minute consultation about your business and prospective banking needs.

Wrap up Global Entrepreneurship Week with Hatch Connect. A networking mixer designed to spark collaboration and new ideas. Whether you’re a seasoned founder, a new entrepreneur, or just curious about starting a business, this is your chance to meet like-minded people, share experiences, and make valuable connections.

Register here.

A 1-hour workshop designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who are ready to take their marketing efforts to the next level. Learn how to create a strategic marketing plan, leverage analytics, and explore digital tools to boost your brand visibility.

Learn more here.

The 5 C’s of Credit - The importance of personal credit - Start-up resources - Financial Metrics – Cash flow and debt - Servicing formulas

RBC will offer a workshop focusing on:

• The 5 C’s of Credit

• The importance of personal credit

• Start-up resources

• Financial Metrics

• Cash flow and debt

• Servicing formulas

Register here.

Gain career insights, certification guidance, and expert advice on Personal Support Worker from an industry leader and NBCC advisor.

Join us for an expert-led session featuring a seasoned healthcare professional who will walk you through the many pathways to success as a Personal Support Worker (PSW).

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow in your career, this session will provide practical insights on certifications, training options, and what it really takes to thrive in today’s healthcare field. You’ll gain valuable tips, real-world advice, and a clearer understanding of how to build a meaningful and rewarding career as a PSW.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from someone who’s been there - and is ready to help you take the next step.

Register here.

Learn what an IP inventory might look like for your startup and how to build an IP strategy to support your growth.

Brand Alchemy is an immersive branding workshop designed to help entrepreneurs, designers, and changemakers uncover the deeper essence of their brand.

Through guided exercises, archetype discovery, and symbolic storytelling, participants develop a clear brand identity, emotional tone, and narrative voice—laying the strategic foundation for authentic, resonant branding that stands out in today’s crowded market.

Connecting job seekers—particularly newcomers, students, and immigrants—with employers across various industries.

Creative Career Expo NB – Fall 2025 by Ignite & My East Coast Experience aims to connect job seekers—particularly newcomers, students, and immigrants—with employers across various industries. Participants will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of job openings, including full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions. The event enables direct engagement with recruiters, with the potential for on-the-spot interviews and hiring.

Job Seekers can register here.

Are you an employer looking for a booth? Register here.

The Integration Success Program is designed specifically for mature international students studying at a post-secondary institution in the Capital Region.

Business Basics is an hour-long information session on the foundations of starting up a business.

If you are interested in starting up a business, have questions about a business plan, or are wondering about funding options, register for our next session!

Helping Career Expo participants—particularly newcomers, students, and immigrants—prepare to meet with employers.

Join the Employment Bootcamp and learn how to make the most of your participation in the Career Expo. This bootcamp is designed to boost your confidence and increase your chances of finding employment!

Please note that the bootcamp starts at 1pm sharp and runs for two hours.

Register here.

The Business Immigrant Essentials program (BIE) is designed to give newcomers the confidence to acquire the business skills needed to launch, grow, and accelerate their entrepreneurship and succeed.

To find out more click here.

Helping New Brunswick’s Manufacturing and ICT sectors move from AI awareness to action. 

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how industries operate worldwide — and New Brunswick businesses can’t afford to be left behind. The Adopt AI conference series, organized by TechImpact and the McKenna Institute, is designed to help SMEs and industry leaders learn how to integrate AI in practical, results-driven ways. 

The Business Immigrant Essentials program (BIE) is designed to give newcomers the confidence to acquire the business skills needed to launch, grow, and accelerate their entrepreneurship and succeed.

To find out more click here.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating cultural diversity and community unity and success at the Diversity Gala 2025!

Join us for the third annual Ignite Summit— where Knowledge, Innovation & Growth come together!