Mentors Learn from founders
Cohort 2 — Vancouver — May to Aug 2026
For founders ready to go all in — move to Vancouver.
We provide the capital, office space, access to venture-backed founders, and investor introductions.
The first cheque removes barriers. The follow-on extends runway for the teams with the strongest momentum.
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Removing barriers to build. $12.5K upfront, with up to $50K in additional support as you grow.
Proximity creates momentum. Work side-by-side with founders in the trenches. Four months of focused execution in one room.
Operators, not advisors. Weekly sessions with founders who've built and scaled real companies. Tactical, honest guidance.
Direct access to first-check capital. Demo day in front of active early-stage funds. Warm introductions that matter.
No. There is no fee to participate. Althra is founder-first and designed to remove barriers so you can focus on building.
Yes. We invest $12,500 for 1% equity in every team. We also reserve up to $50,000 in follow-on capital at a $1.5M valuation for select companies.
We look for teams beyond the idea/prototype stage. Teams showing early signals of validation such as pilots, revenue, or clear user demand.
Yes, for the duration of the program. Althra is built around in-person momentum, and founders are expected to build from our Vancouver space.
No. Solo founders are welcome. What matters most is your ability to execute and move fast.
We’re sector-agnostic. We care most about founder–problem fit, unique insight into the space, and early signs of traction.
