Experts in Commercializing University R&D
Specialists in Cluster Development for Priority Industries
Authority on Global Mobility through Government aligned Innovation Visas
We Support and Work With
Governments and Universities
R&D Commercialization
Empowered Startups is partner to governments, leading universities, and research institutions to commercialize innovations and bring novel discoveries to market. We get inventions out of the lab and into the hands of paying customers. As a designated incubator of the Government of Canada, designated Agency of the Government of Alberta, and the exclusive delivery partner for Portugal’s HQA® Program, we help Governments and Universities design and deliver programs and initiatives aimed at attracting high human capital and foreign direct investment to stimulate research and development and build innovation clusters. Our mission is to accelerate the journey from lab to marketplace while fostering the growth of breakthrough technologies that drive real-world impact and simultaneously stimulate local economies and innovation ecosystems.
Accomplished Business Professionals
Mobility through Innovation
As experts in global mobility through Startup, Innovation, and HQA Visas, we specialize in recruiting and assisting the World’s most highly qualified business professionals, entrepreneurs and innovators, relocate their ideas, expertise, and families to new countries and markets. For over a decade, Empowered Startups has been the preferred choice for professionals and domain experts seeking mobility through innovation, R&D, and startup. We help the best and the brightest seed and launch new opportunities and secure their place and their future in new markets.
Our Programs
Empowered Startups offers several distinct programs designed to support entrepreneurs at different venture stages for different countries.
Canada Startup Visa Program
Offers permanent residency to entrepreneurs launching innovative businesses in Canada.
Australia National Innovation Visa Program
Offers permanent residency to accomplished professionals who commercialize research with accredited research institutions.
Portugal HQA Visa Program
Offers residency to highly skilled professionals to develop high-value projects that will positively impact Portugal.
Alberta Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Program (Canada)
Offers permanent residency to entrepreneurs launching innovative businesses in Canada.
United States EB-2 NIW Visa Program
For exceptional business talent launching startups that strengthen the U.S. and align with America's national interests.
Startup Accelerator and Incubator
for International Entrepreneurs
Empowered Startups is officially designated by the Canadian Government and exclusively endorsed by the Government of Portugal as a trusted partner in business immigration. Through strategic partnerships with universities, polytechnics, and businesses around the world, we provide access to global innovation and commercialization opportunities alongside pathways to residency and citizenship in desirable countries and cities.
Startup Programs for Global Mobility in 4 Countries
We have recognized programs, teams and offices across four different global jurisdictions, each with unique opportunities to start and grow innovative businesses. Each location offers the opportunity for founders and their families to earn permanent residency and citizenship.
As believers that startups are for everyone, we also offer unique programming for indigenous peoples, universities and high schools.
Join the Leading Startup Accelerator & Visa Program Today
We have a dynamic team of experts waiting to learn more about your organization, business, innovation, and immigration goals.
Our programs are open to immediate enrollment for qualified people and organizations.
Start Anytime, Anywhere with Our Startup Visa Programs
As businesspeople, innovators, domain experts, and entrepreneurs, we understand you have competing demands that require you to be in many different locations, so all of our programs are built to cater to this reality. Our online platform and guidance allow you to manage your new endeavour from anywhere on the planet while maintaining your other obligations.
Empowering Startups with Award-Winning Tools & Guidance
Our award-winning startup training tools and mentorship are used and recognized by leading university labs, startup incubators, innovation hubs, and online-learning organizations. Using our tools and methodology, we have mentored, accelerated, and incubated a notable portfolio of international and domestic business ideas across the globe.