About Us
The McGill Engine Centre out of the Faculty of Engineering, focuses on stimulating and supporting technologically-based innovation and entrepreneurship at McGill University in collaboration with the McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship and the Office of Innovation and Partnership.
We are a Mitacs-approved incubator for their Accelerate Entrepreneur program.
Mission
Leveraging the Faculty of Engineering’s research and educational programs, the McGill Engine’s missions are:
Helping to develop the next-generation of McGill technological innovators and entrepreneurs by providing education and advice, funding, and project mentorship.
Promoting and accelerating the commercialization of inventions and software out of the Faculty of Engineering through funding, coaching, and connections.
Increasing engagement and R&D collaborations between innovation-driven companies and the Faculty of Engineering by providing matching and facilitation services.
Vision
For the McGill Engine community to make a positive impact and contribute value to the innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems, locally, regionally, nationally, and worldwide.
Impact since 2013
* Updated March 2022
Annual Report
- Sept. 1 2020 - Aug. 31 2021
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McGill Engine Annual Report (2020-2021)
- Sept. 1 2019 - Aug. 31 2020
Values
Curiosity
Questioning the status quo and trying to better understand the world around us
Collaboration
Promote sharing and involvement of everyone to achieve common goals.
Community
Caring about each other, staying involved and giving back
Sustainability
Working in a way that integrates social, economic, and environmental dimensions equitably within the limits of a finite planet.
Determination
Persevere even when encountering difficulties or failures believing you can be a positive change agent.
