Mitacs Accelerate Entrepreneur Program asks you 41 questions, 19 of them written answers. 2 carry the funder’s own length limit, for example “Project summary” (300 words) and “Project context: Research problem or question” (50 words). It asks for 5 documents with the application. Every question below is quoted from Mitacs’s own documents, saved on September 4, 2026.
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Proposal workplan 1
1Proposed workplan for internship unit(s) (IU)
The form’s words
Please state the name of each intern (enter 'TBD' if unknown), the intern's academic level, and the number of internship units (IUs) associated with each intern. This table provides a high-level overview of the proposed research project and information about intern(s). Note that each IU corresponds to one 4 or 6-month internship. Please refer to the Accelerate Guide: Writing your proposal for assistance.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
AI policy 1
2confirmation
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I confirm that I have read Mitacs' Policy on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Proposal Development and ReviewMitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Project summary and context 3
3Project summary
The form’s words
Please provide: an overview of the research problem; a detailed description of the main activities of the partner organization and the challenge(s) the partner aims to solve through this project, and; an outline of the anticipated social or economic benefits of the project for the partner organization(s). Please note that this section will be used to recruit reviewers.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Limit: 300 words. The funder’s own limit.
4Project context: Research problem or question
The form’s words
Research problem or question: Clearly state the research problem or question your project is attempting to investigate, solve, and/or answer.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Limit: 50 words. The funder’s own limit.
5Project context: Background and review of relevant prior work
The form’s words
Background and review of relevant prior work: Provide a literature review sufficient to contextualize the importance/significance of the research problem or question, incorporating relevant citations. References to academic literature must be cited in the text in a style typical to your field and compiled in the "References" section below. Reviewers should understand the state of the art and knowledge gaps in the research area that will be addressed through the objectives of the research project.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Objectives, timeline and methodology 3
6Overall project objectives
The form’s words
State the overall goal of the project.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
7Project sub-objectives & timeline
The form’s words
Based on the duration of your project (1 year or shorter, or longer than 1 year), please complete the appropriate table below and delete the other. Provide a list of sub-objectives and respective tasks that you have planned to achieve the overall project objective(s). Indicate when each task will be performed and by which intern. Mark the intended week(s) with an 'x' or highlight the appropriate boxes. Ensure there are no gaps in the timeline and that the effort required to complete each task matches the amount of time allocated for each intern. Ensure that there are tasks allocated to each intern.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
8Methodology/Approach
The form’s words
Describe the method(s) that will be used to achieve the project objectives, including technical details such as equipment, procedures, and/or study participants. Provide enough detail so that reviewers can determine if the proposed methodology is appropriate and sufficient to achieve the objectives/sub-objectives.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Deliverables 1
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The form’s words
Which of the following results do you expect the project to produce? Please select all that apply. At least one deliverable must be selected.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Partner interaction and supervision 3
10Partner interaction: mode and activities
The form’s words
Please select only one option below to indicate the nature of the partner interaction: Onsite; Virtual; Hybrid. Describe: the activities the intern(s) will perform with the partner organization; the individuals the intern(s) will interact directly with and how the partner organization's staff will support and champion the project; the resources (e.g., tools, data, facilities, etc.) provided to support the intern(s), and; information about the partner's physical premises (location) and/or virtual platform(s) where work will be conducted.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
11Partner interaction: Accelerate Entrepreneur: pre-approved incubator activities and resources
The form’s words
If applicable, for Accelerate Entrepreneur applicants please (1) describe the activities that will be performed with the pre-approved incubator, including the expected interaction with incubator staff, and (2) indicate the resources the pre-approved incubator will provide, including information about space, resources, and expertise.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
12Partner interaction: alignment with academic studies and career development
The form’s words
Describe how the project aligns with the interns(s) academic studies and supports their future career development. For example: expanding their professional network, gaining knowledge in a business or applied research context, developing skills in problem-solving, project management, creative thinking, communication, etc.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Benefits and disclosure 4
13Benefit to the partner organization and to Canada
The form’s words
Explain how the project addresses the needs of the partner organization and benefits Canada. Please select all that apply. At least one option must be selected. Based on the option(s) selected above, please describe how the benefit(s) is/are expected to be realized through this project.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
14Indigenous community involvement or impact (if applicable)
The form’s words
Internships that involve or impact Indigenous communities must comply with Mitacs's Indigenous Research Policy. Please provide information on: Indigenous community support for the project, and their role in shaping its objectives & approach; plans for Indigenous community access, use, and governance of resulting knowledge / data, and; the team's background in Indigenous research, including any planned training / mentorship the intern(s) will receive to address deficits in experience. You may also submit 1-2 letter(s) of support from Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Keepers, or Indigenous scholars who are members of the partner community / communities and possess the authority to speak on community interests.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
15Relationship with past/present Mitacs projects
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Do any project participants (i.e. academic supervisor and/or partner organization) have other current or upcoming submissions to Mitacs (submitted recently, concurrently with this application, or planned for the near future)? If yes, please explain whether the current application is related to other submissions and provide details on how they are connected (e.g., if unrelated due to different research areas; or if related, how they complement each other, how the tasks will be distributed, how communication and supervision will be organized, and what resources will be shared, etc.). Please also share any relevant project IT#(s), if known.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
16References
The form’s words
Please provide a list of academic references cited in this proposal.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
COI declaration 9
17EAcc COI: Project Description
The form’s words
Project Title; Name(s) of Intern(s)/Declarant(s); Academic Institution; Academic Supervisor(s); Organization Name; Organization Website; Organization SizeMitacs · saved September 4, 2026
18Organization Ownership by Interns/Declarants
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Intern/Declarant; % Ownership of organization; Position & responsibilities in organization; Involvement in operations or management of organizationMitacs · saved September 4, 2026
19Organization Ownership by Other Investors/Owners
The form’s words
What other investors/owners beyond the interns/declarants, if any, are there in the above-mentioned organization? Please list them:Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
20Organization Facilities
The form’s words
Please indicate the location of the R&D facilities to advance this project: a. Off-campus; b. On-campus in a different building from the professor's lab/office; c. On-campus in the same building as the professor's lab/office. Please provide the mailing address of the R&D facilities:Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
21Organization/Incubator Supervisor
The form’s words
Who will be the intern's supervisor at the incubator? Please provide the name, contact information, and position details for this individual.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
22Organization Scientific Director
The form’s words
If applicable: does the organization have an independent Scientific/Research Director? If yes, please provide the name, contact information and bio of this individual.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
23Research and Development Professional Staff
The form’s words
If applicable: does the organization employ its own professional R&D staff that will apply the research results into the organization operations? Please provide details.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
24Management Team
The form’s words
If applicable: is the organization under the effective day-to-day management control of someone other than the academic supervisor or the intern? If so, please provide their positions and responsibilities.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
25Board of Directors
The form’s words
If applicable: does the organization have a Board of Directors with external members (i.e., some of whose members, including the Chair of the Board, are at arm's length)?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
COI declaration: supervision and incubator 1
26Signatures (eAcc COI form)
The form’s words
Include this form and any necessary documentation with your submission.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Appendix A (sole ownership questionnaire) 8
27Appendix A (100% owner): vision, mission and origin of the idea
The form’s words
What is the vision, mission, and/or purpose of your company, and where did its idea originate?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
28Appendix A: is your company a consulting firm?
The form’s words
Is your company a consulting firm?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
29Appendix A: date of incorporation
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When was your company incorporated?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
30Appendix A: other employees or contractors
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In addition to the owner, does your company have any other employees or contractors?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
31Appendix A: how you intend to scale
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How do you intend to scale your company?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
32Appendix A: intellectual property owned or licensed
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Does your company own or license any intellectual property?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
33Appendix A: clients, sales and resources to be procured
The form’s words
Has your company obtained clients and/or made sales? What additional resources (financial, personnel, etc.) will you procure as the business develops?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
34Appendix A: additional information
The form’s words
Any additional information to add?Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Application package 2
35Intern CV
The form’s words
Intern CV (interns may use Mitacs's optional template)Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
36Proposal signatures
The form’s words
Collect all required signatures: intern(s), professor(s), partner contact, and university Office of Research Services or equivalentMitacs · saved September 4, 2026
Project extension (post-award) 5
37Reason for the request
The form’s words
Explanation of the reason for the extension request: If project objectives have not yet been completed, provide the reason why the project has been delayed and explain how an extension request will be used relative to the current status of the project.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
38Objectives completed
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Description of the objectives that have been completed: Referring to the specific objectives and milestones described in the original proposal, describe what has been accomplished to date.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
39Objectives not accomplished
The form’s words
Description of any objectives/tasks that have not been accomplished: Referring to the specific objectives and milestones described in the original proposal, please indicate what activities remain to be completed. Outline and provide justification for any changes (achieved or expected) in the objectives, method, or approach from what was outlined in the original proposal.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
40New tasks during the extension
The form’s words
Description of any new tasks that will be completed by the intern during the extension period: Provide justification for any changes (project scope) in the objectives, method, or approach from what was outlined in the original proposal, including how this added scope is expected to benefit project participants.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
41Budget
The form’s words
Budget. For each internship unit (between 4-6 months duration) the intern stipend must be a minimum of $10,000 and the project costs must be a maximum of $5,000. The Partner Organization will be contributing additional funds to the project. Partner organization contributions will be subject to applicable taxes.Mitacs · saved September 4, 2026
What the reviewers are deciding
- Is this real research in the field?
What to showName the research question and the published gap it closes, with citations that also appear in the reference list.
- Are the objectives and method sound?
- Can this plan actually be delivered?
- Is the conflict disclosed and managed?
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Where applications go wrong
- If your proposal is poorly written, it may be either misunderstood or misinterpreted, leading to a request for revisions or rejection.
- Please note that abstracts that are too long will be truncated. Moreover, long abstracts deter reviewers and might delay their recruitment as well as the evaluation of your proposal.
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Where these questions come from
- Accelerate Research Proposalwww.mitacs.ca
- Accelerate Entrepreneur: program pagewww.mitacs.ca
- Conflict of Interest Declaration: Accelerate Entrepreneur (eACC), incl. Appendix A Sole Ownership Questionnairewww.mitacs.ca
- Accelerate Guide: Writing your Proposalwww.mitacs.ca
- Mitacs Adjudication Criteria: Mitacs Accelerate sectionwww.mitacs.ca
- Mitacs Accelerate Guide for Reviewerswww.mitacs.ca
Saved from Mitacs on September 4, 2026. Funders revise forms: open the current version before you submit. Eligibility, amounts and deadlines: Mitacs Accelerate Entrepreneur Program programme profile.
Questions people ask
What does the Mitacs Accelerate Entrepreneur Program application ask?
41 questions in total, including 19 written answers. The first ones: Proposed workplan for internship unit(s) (IU); confirmation; Project summary. The full list, in the funder’s words, is on this page.
Is there a word or character limit?
2 questions carry a limit set by Mitacs, for example “Project summary” (300 words) and “Project context: Research problem or question” (50 words).
What documents does the application need?
Mitacs asks for 5 documents with the application. The list is in Premium, with the full form drafted for you.