Conexus Credit Union launches business incubator brand, Cultivator, in Regina
Summary
Cultivator will be Regina’s and Canada’s first credit union-led business incubator, and helps address the gaps and barriers in Saskatchewan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. The 10 SaaS startups joining the incubator’s GROW program include: “Saskatchewan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is flourishing and it’s an exciting time for entrepreneurs in our province,” said Conexus’ business incubator manager, Jordan McFarlen. “Cultivator will allow local startups to launch, grow and scale their company right here in Saskatchewan. No longer will entrepreneurs have to take their ideas elsewhere.” Related: Saskatchewan government providing up to 45 percent tax credit for startup investment Over the next six months, the cohort will be able to trial mentors, lecturers, workshops, and resources. “Cultivator will provide us the different resources and mentors we need to help us take our company to the next level,” said Shea Martin, CEO of Brew Ninja.