LEAP Junction

We Help You Build Your Dream Business!

LEAP Junction is Fanshawe College's entrepreneurship center—a vibrant hub where leadership, entrepreneurship, alliances, and passion converge. We support students and alumni at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey with personalized guidance, collaborative spaces, and meaningful connections.

Leap Junction

Entrepreneurial Support at Every Stage

Launch & Grow

Transform your concept into reality with dedicated programs, funding opportunities, and expert guidance.

Explore & Learn

Access workshops and resources to develop your entrepreneurial skills and test your ideas.

Connect & Build

Join a supportive community of entrepreneurs and access the resources needed to scale.

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Our Impact

2000
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Total Clients Supported
100
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Companies Launched
600
K+
Provided in Funding
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Resources to Power Your Journey

Whether you're ready to launch your startup, turn your co-op into a business venture, or build a freelance career, we have the program to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey. Get funding, expert mentorship, and join a community of ambitious founders.

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Events & Community

Connect with your peers through networking events, LEAP Talks, and our online community. Build relationships with fellow entrepreneurs who understand your journey.

Skills & Learning

Access workshops, guides, and resources designed for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.

Industry Mentorship

Receive guidance from established professionals through the Larry Myny Mentorship Program. Gain insights from experts outside the classroom who've built successful businesses.

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Innovation Spaces

Work in dedicated spaces equipped with everything you need to create, collaborate, and sell your ideas.

1:1 Support

Our Business Advisors provide expert guidance to student and alumni entrepreneurs. Our advisory services are free, confidential, and appointment-based to ensure personalized attention for each entrepreneur.

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Funding Opportunities

Discover pitch competitions and funding opportunities to fuel your growth.

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From Ideas to Thriving Businesses

Tyler Bryden
SixFive and SpeakAI
Tyler Bryden is an entrepreneur, a proud Western University and Fanshawe College Alumni, a founding...
Kelvin Van Rijn
The Fritter Shop
The Fritter Shop is a food company that specializes in traditional Dutch desserts, particularly the...
Cassie Hopper
Sew Easy Academy
Sew Easy Academy is a London based sewing education company that uses the art of sewing to build...
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Be part of a collaborative ecosystem

LEAP Junction works in partnership with regional organizations to create a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southwestern Ontario.

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Take Your First Step

Whether you have a business idea you're eager to explore or simply want to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, LEAP Junction is here to support your journey.

 

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