McGill professors and grad students, bring your mug and chat with one of McGill Engine’s Technological Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (TechEiRs) and other members of the Engine team.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 10:30to12:00
Thursday, September 17, 2026 12:00to13:00
Teams working on health-related research come meet the InnovSanté team and learn more about the new program! Teams can drop in to chat with the McGill TTMs (Technology Transfer Manager). No matter what stage of technological innovation you are at, this casual drop-in is a great way to get your questions answered.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 10:00to19:30
You are invited to the McGill Engine Open House which is taking place on September 17, 2026.
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Thursday, September 24, 2026 12:00to13:00
Almost every startup will eventually reach a point where it is ready to sell its product or service. But at what price? And how does the customer pay? Is it a monthly fee or one-time? What is included with the price? And most importantly, how much margin should that price represent? Getting these questions right is crucial but all too often is left until the last possible minute. The MIF has assembled a panel of experts who will offer their insights into this consequential topic.
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Monday, September 28, 2026 14:00to15:00
The next application window of the MIF will open on September 25, 2026. This in-person session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process. Current MIF teams will also be on hand to offer their experiences in the program.
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Friday, October 2, 2026 11:00to12:00
The next application window of the MIF will open on September 25, 2026. This virtual session aims to explain the MIF program to potential applicants, and to provide an overview of the application process. Current MIF teams will also be on hand to offer their experiences in the program.
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Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00to13:00
Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy is another key step in the startup journey. You may have created a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and you might already have that essential first customer, but what about reaching the customers who do not know you yet? Where do you find them, and how can they find you? Getting this right can spell the difference between disaster and delight. The MIF has convened two three experts to speak on this topic:
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026 17:00to19:00
Back for a 2nd year! Details to follow...
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Thursday, November 19, 2026 12:00to13:00
One word that comes up a lot in conversations with entrepreneurs is pivot. This refers to the common scenario where a major adjustment to the original plan needs to be made, and often very quickly. Generally these events are impossible to plan for, and typically fraught with risk. But are there ways to smooth the transition to new business models? Are there clear signposts that indicate a pivot needs to be made? And how can you be sure you have pivoted enough?
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