Become a mentor

Shape the future. Become a Futurpreneur mentor.

You remember those moments – standing at the crossroads, wishing you had someone who’d walked the path before. Someone who could have pointed out the bumps in the road or reassured you that your idea wasn’t as outlandish as it seemed. Today, you can be that person for a young entrepreneur, helping guide them on their journey.

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Are you eligible to be a Futurpreneur mentor?

If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I’d known this when I started,” you already have valuable insights to offer. Read on to learn why your unique perspective matters and how you can share your wisdom with aspiring young entrepreneurs.

Eligibility requirements for Futurpreneur mentors

For experienced entrepreneurs

We welcome seasoned entrepreneurs who meet these criteria:

Entrepreneurial experience: At least 5 years of experience as an entrepreneur
Canadian startup ecosystem knowledge: Relevant experience working in Canada
Conflict-free: No conflicts of interest (hierarchical, financial, or familial) with the entrepreneur you mentor
Residency: Must reside in Canada
Alignment with values: Share and agree with Futurpreneur’s values

For experienced professionals

We also invite professionals with significant career experience:

Professional background: At least 10 years of experience in launching and leading significant products or services
Canadian ecosystem expertise: Knowledge of the Canadian business landscape
Conflict-free: No conflicts of interest (hierarchical, financial, or familial) with the entrepreneur you mentor
Residency: Must reside in Canada
Alignment with values: Share and agree with Futurpreneur’s values

What if I have no experience mentoring an entrepreneur?

We can help you with that too. As a Futurpreneur mentor, you will receive comprehensive support and training, including:

Mentorship onboarding: Official onboarding including video and training materials.
Mentoring orientation: Our custom designed program “Ment2B” sets you up for a successful mentor and mentee experience.
Mentor webinars: Connect frequently with our network of volunteer mentors and Futurpreneur team to discuss and share ideas.
Futurpreneur mentor LinkedIn group: Professionally connect with our growing volunteer mentor community across LinkedIn.
Active check-ins: Our Mentor Support Team regularly checks-in with you to ensure your mentoring relationship is progressing well.
Staying-on-track & Canvas tools: Access digital tools created specifically to assist you and the entrepreneur.
Dedicated mentor support team: Our in-house support team is here to answer any questions you may have during your mentoring relationship.

What to expect as a Futurpreneur mentor

As a Futurpreneur mentor, your insights can make a lasting impact, helping to shape Canada’s emerging business leaders. If you’re ready to join our mission, we’d love to have you on board!

Time commitment: Volunteer 2-4 hours per month mentoring a young entrepreneur (ages 18-39)
Mentoring relationship: Commit to a 2-year mentorship relationship with a young entrepreneur
Skills and expertise sharing: Use your entrepreneurial or professional experience to guide, support and empower a young entrepreneur

Application process

Become a mentor and play a crucial role in guiding the next generation of entrepreneurs.

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Registration

Please create a username and password to register.

Email confirmation

An activation email will be sent to your inbox (check your spam). Click on the link to be redirected to the portal.

Complete your profile

Provide relevant information regarding your professional experience and your background.

Qualification interview

A Mentoring team member will contact you to arrange a call to review your profile and present the next steps in your mentor journey.

Mentorship onboarding

While you wait to be paired with an entrepreneur, you can complete the mentorship onboarding through the mentor portal.

Matching

Once your onboarding is complete, you will receive mentoring opportunities. Reply to the Mentoring Team to indicate your interest in an introduction.

Mentoring resources

Our structured mentorship program offers an array of mentoring resources for continuous learning and skill development. Explore the wealth of tools available in our library, including free mentor-specific resources, case studies, and crash courses.

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