NEXT AI

NEXT AI is a Research & Education tool that provides education, funding, and mentorship for AI-enabled startups. It offers world-class curriculum and access to top AI scientists and investors.

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What is NEXT AI?

NEXT AI is a world-class founder and venture development acceleration network specifically designed for early-stage AI-enabled startups. The program offers comprehensive education, funding, and mentorship to entrepreneurs looking to solve global challenges with artificial intelligence. Participants benefit from a world-class curriculum taught by award-winning faculty, access to top AI scientists, venture managers, and an international pool of mentors and investors. The program also includes high-impact workshops, speaker series, and free office space in Toronto and Montreal's AI hubs. It is delivered in Toronto, Montreal, and remotely, catering to Canadian-incorporated ventures with strong AI-driven solutions and a mission-driven team.

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Ideal for entrepreneurs and founders who need to accelerate their AI-enabled startup, gain access to expert mentorship and education, and secure funding. Especially valuable for Canadian-incorporated ventures looking to develop and commercialize AI-powered solutions with global impact.

Common actions

accelerate AI startup

gain AI mentorship

secure startup funding

develop AI solutions

commercialize AI products

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Key features

World-class AI curriculum
Access to AI scientists
Mentorship and investors
High-impact workshops
Free office space
Venture development acceleration

Target Audience

ai startup foundersai entrepreneursai researchersventure capitalists

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Free

Not publicly disclosed. Check nextai.com for current pricing.

FAQs

What are the eligibility requirements for the NEXT AI program?

The program is for Canadian-incorporated ventures at the discovery-efficiency stage, with AI core to their idea. Teams should have at least one business and one technical co-founder, each holding a minimum of 10% shares, and be Canadian citizens/permanent residents or have a valid work/study permit. A strong business model and market opportunity for scaling are also essential.

What is the time commitment required for participants?

Participants should be prepared to commit 6 to 8 hours per week to mandatory programming and deliverables. While part-time employment is allowed, it cannot interfere with mandatory sessions, which typically occur during business hours. At least one co-founder is expected to work full-time on the venture.

Can solo founders apply to the NEXT AI program?

While technically possible, solo founders are much less likely to be accepted. The program is structured to accelerate both the technical and business aspects of a venture, ideally requiring a strong business lead and a strong technical lead within the team.

What are the differences between the Toronto and Montreal/Remote programs?

The Toronto program is predominantly in-person from May to August, with virtual delivery from March to April, and requires in-person attendance for three milestone events. The Montreal/Remote program is largely remote but requires in-person attendance for Immersion Week and Démo Day in Montreal. Montreal participants may also have additional smaller in-person workshops.

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