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Learn how to speak to investors in a way that’s proven to get you more capital. Join an intimate cohort of entrepreneurs who are navigating the Canadian investment network.
Flip the Script is a FREE, self-paced online program dedicated to getting you money.
Takes 3 minutes
Applications now closed.
In collaboration with
In partnership with
Flip the Script is FREE for our summer and fall cohorts.
Don’t miss out- Summer cohort applications end June 7.
Takes 3 minutes
Learn what questions to expect from investors, and practise nailing them with innovative AI tech.
Join a professionally-facilitated group of entrepreneurs, hand-picked to match your business stage and investment goals.
Learn how to leverage your numbers and control the narrative when talking about your business.
Takes 3 minutes
Applications now closed.
If you support investor-ready entrepreneurs, give them a proven method to get more money from investors (despite bias).
Flip the Script is–
The next step for your participants.
You’ve taught your entrepreneurs how to build businesses that can succeed. Now help them secure the funds to make that happen.
Based in research- not fluff.
This program is build on the work of Dana Kanze et al. It teaches a communication method that is proven to get more money from investors.
Built for entrepreneurs who aren’t named Brad.
FTS is built from the lived experiences of a diverse group of women.
We prioritize applicants who identify as equity-deserving individuals.
Think of the last time you landed money to grow your business. Maybe it was from family, a line of credit, or a private investor.
Now add 60% more money1 to that.
That’s what Flip the Script teaches you how to do.
In Canada, women-identifying and non-binary entrepreneurs own 31% of businesses2, but receive only 3% of venture capital3.
Research shows that the language investors use when talking to women entrepreneurs accounts for this disparity.
Luckily, there’s a communication style that’s proven to disrupt this pattern and get you more money.
FTS IS A SELF-PACED ONLINE EDUCATION PROGRAM
Curated Peer Groups
Stop trying to navigate Canada’s investment landscape alone. Get an insider’s perspective, and compare notes with a curated group of entrepreneurs who are also raising money.
Skills Course: Take Control of the Conversation
Learn a communication style that’s proven to get you 60% more money from investors, while exploring the psychology of inherent bias.
AI-Enabled Practice
Practice answering the questions actual investors ask without putting your business at risk. Get AI-enabled feedback on your persuasive language skills and how we’ll you’re communicating your business value.
In collaboration with
7am PT, 8am MT, 9am CT,
10am ET, 11am AT, 12pm NT
2pm PT, 3pm MT, 4pm CT,
5pm ET, 6pm AT, 7pm NT
Learn if Flip the Script is the right fit for you and your business. Register for an information session:
Thursday, August 15, 5pm ET
Tuesday, August 20, 10am ET
CanWCC applied for funding in March 2022 under the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy and signed the contribution agreement with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) in March 2023. This program’s funding concludes March 2025. Read more in our press release.
No. Though this program will most benefit folks who are in a good revenue position to seek financing, we recognize that revenue varies significantly from sector to sector (and some people may be pre-revenue).
On the application, there is a question about revenue. If you answer that your revenue is NOT $100K or higher, that’s ok. You will be asked to share your annual revenue in a follow up question.
This will help us assess your application from an overall business-stage perspective. People who have less than $100K in annual revenue are eligible and will be considered for the program.
Flip the Script is 100% FREE, thanks to funding from the Government of Canada’s Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, under a grant from the Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy.
FTS will only be free for the 2024 Summer & Fall cohorts, so apply today to secure a spot.
Flip the Script is 100% FREE, thanks to funding from the Government of Canada’s Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, under a grant from the Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy.
All you have to do is fill out the application form. It’s simple and only takes about 2 minutes. You’ll answer some multiple-choice questions about yourself and your business.
If you have a question about the application form, reach out anytime!
The FTS program has three components that work together: a self-paced online course, AI simulation software, and peer groups.
The Summer cohort runs from July to November.
The Fall cohort runs from September to February. There will be no programming in December to account for the holidays.
The FTS program has three components that work together: a self-paced online course, AI simulation software, and peer groups.
The Summer cohort runs from July to November.
The Fall cohort runs from September to February. There will be no programming in December, to account for the holidays.
All participants will also receive a FREE Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CanWCC) membership for a year of community and educational support.
All participants must have access to the following:
Yes, all participants must have access to the following:
Yes. There is no in-person or location-dependent requirement to the program, and it is open to participants across Canada.
Flip the Script is not a pitch contest; it’s a skill-building program that will help you achieve better results in your current investment conversations.
Unfortunately, we can’t offer funds at this time, but thanks to funding from the Government of Canada’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy, we are able to offer this program plus a 1-year CanWCC membership for FREE in 2024.
No, we do not guarantee connection to investors at this time.
Flip the Script is not a pitch contest; it’s a skill-building program that will help you achieve better results in the investment conversations you’re already having.
Although we can’t offer funds directly to participants at this time, thanks to grant funding from the Government of Canada’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy, we are able to offer this program plus a 1-year CanWCC membership for FREE in 2024.
CanWCC understands the importance of protecting each participant’s confidential and proprietary information. This information will not be disclosed to any third party without written consent.
We require and uphold Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) for all program participants and staff, including the professional facilitators of our peer groups.
Your peer group will be hand-selected, ensuring that peers are not direct competitors and allowing you to speak candidly about your challenges.
Data Security and Privacy are of utmost importance. Please contact nadia@canwcc.ca with any further questions.
Yes, you will receive an email whether you’re invited to join or are declined.
If you’re declined, we won’t leave you hanging! You’ll be directed to potential services and resources that may help in the meantime. You’re always welcome to reapply.
Only one person per organization can apply to ensure we support as many marginalized businesses as possible.
This program responds to biased questions asked of women and non-binary entrepreneurs; therefore, it is not relevant to men. At this time, it is only available to those who identify as women or non-binary people.
For this program, a woman-owned business is one that:
Note: This definition varies slightly from the Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CanWCC) membership criteria due to the program’s specific elements and goals.
Yes, absolutely. This program is for all people who self-identify as women or non-binary people.
This program is a unique initiative created by CanWCC and funded by the Government of Canada’s Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) under the Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy’s Ecosystem Fund grant.
Flip the Script is funded by the Government of Canada’s ISED under a grant from the Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy
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