Velocity
Velocity is an incubator based in Waterloo, Canada, focused on Pre-Seed startups across sectors. This profile covers its focus and how founders can get in front of it in 2026.
Velocity is a leading entrepreneurship program at the University of Waterloo, overseeing the most productive startup incubator in Canada.
- Investment focus
- Generalist
- Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Location
- Waterloo, Canada
- Team size
- 11-50
- Portfolio companies
- 500+
About Velocity
The Velocity Fund is a grant program for startups that offers $390,000 in equity-free funding each year to local startups through its Velocity Fund $25K and Velocity Fund $5K programs at the University of Waterloo.
The Velocity Garage incubator is home base to 75+ early-stage startups building technology-based businesses in the heart of Waterloo Region.
Velocity Start is workspace on-campus at the University of Waterloo for people who want to learn about entrepreneurship and collaborate with like-minded people. Resources include lounge and workspace, booking space, weekly workshops, and startup coaching.
Velocity Science is a partnership between Velocity and the University of Waterloo Faculty of Science, providing students interested in building a science startup with the right tools and resources to initiate and develop world-class science companies.
The Velocity Residence provides aspiring entrepreneurs living in Waterloo Residences with the opportunity to collaborate and work on projects they are passionate about.
Source: the organization's public company profile.
How to pitch Velocity
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Round Funded. "Velocity." Round Funded investor database, updated October 19, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Velocity invest in?
Velocity is a generalist with no fixed sector focus. Match your stage before reaching out, then find similar active investors on Round Funded.
What stage does Velocity invest at?
Velocity focuses on Pre-Seed rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Is Velocity still active?
Yes. Round Funded's research found that Velocity has made a new investment or run a new cohort since 2024. Reach out with a personalized pitch that fits its stage and focus, then track who opens it.
Where is Velocity based?
Velocity is based in Waterloo, Canada. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact Velocity?
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What is Round Funded?
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