Toronto, June 28, 2023 – The Conseil de coopération de l’Ontario (CCO ) and MT Lab are delighted to announce the first agreement between the renowned consulting social enterprise and the Quebec-based startup incubator/accelerator dedicated to tourism, culture and entertainment. In addition to bridging the gap between Ontario and Quebec, this partnership brings together two organizations that share a common vision of collaboration and growth.

This strategic agreement enables the CCO to establish a strong presence at the heart of Montreal’s creative startup ecosystem, with the establishment of an anchor point in the MT Lab offices in Montreal. As a result, the CCO benefits from immediate access to the active community maintained by MT Lab, where the exchange of knowledge and the emergence of innovative ideas are at the heart of daily life.

At the same time, MT Lab and the companies it incubates will be housed in Espace Desjardins, the CCO’s shared workspace in Toronto. This agreement will enable MT Lab start-ups to leverage the CCO’s extensive network, expertise and resources to develop new markets, partnerships and growth.

The CCO’s offices provide a supportive environment where startups can hone their offering and benefit from expert advice from the ecosystem in the country’s financial capital, particularly in the run-up to Collision, North America’s fastest-growing technology event. In return, the MT Lab will guide the CCO and its network of companies across Quebec, providing invaluable market intelligence.

With its focus on the promotion, development and management of mission-driven enterprises, particularly social enterprises and cooperatives, the CCO has become a key player in the social innovation and consulting scene. The MT Lab, meanwhile, has been recognized for its versatile team, prestigious partners and innovative incubation services, all evolving within its dynamic, modern coworking space.

The OCC and MT Lab highlight the importance of the Programme québécois d’appui à la francophonie canadienne in the creation of this strategic partnership. This collaboration not only strengthens ties between Ontario and Quebec, but also fosters economic development and innovation within the Canadian business landscape.