Bienvenu au mois de mai chez venn
Nous sommes dans cette période de croissance où les idées commencent à prendre racine et où la dynamique s'accélère.
Chez Venn, nous sommes là pour accompagner cette évolution. Nous offrons aux fondateurs un espace où ils peuvent nouer des liens, se développer et continuer à aller de l'avant.
From Interview to offer: Tech Connect’s spring update
Tech Connect: Real Work, Real Results
When Andres Soto joined Tech Connect last fall, his job search had stalled. The credentials were there. The interviews were not. In March, he started a new role as Project Manager at BMM Testlabs in Moncton.
“When I found the Tech Connect program, it helped me refocus my strategy. It also helped me learn how to connect with local employers, and how to be able to translate my experience to the needs of local businesses.”
Andres is one of eight participants who completed the Tech Connect program in February. Across the cohort, the program generated over 30 interviews with more than 20 Greater Moncton employers.
Six months before participating in Tech Connect, the group as a whole had attended four or fewer field interviews in total.
That same cohort helped make something else happen. The Family Resource Centre’s volunteer and program management platform built during the placement period is now live. Families have faster access to programs. Volunteers spend less time on paperwork and more time with the people they are there to support.
That is Tech Connect’s model in practice: participants doing skilled work that the community actually needed done.
Tech Connect’s first group achieved a 75% successful placement rate. This group’s progress is having similar outcomes, and we expect to have more to share next month.
Our next group begins May 25 2026. We are continuing to optimize the FRC platform and will be bringing a new project on board. We are excited about the impact this new project will make for our Southeast New Brunswick residents and look forward to announcing it in our next newsletter.
Applications Open: Company Showcase at the 2026 Atlantic Venture Forum
We’re excited to be part of the 2026 Atlantic Venture Forum, taking place June 17–18 in Halifax, and to invite our network to get involved.
If you’re a high-growth Atlantic Canadian company, applications are now open for the Company Showcase — a curated opportunity to connect directly with venture capital investors, corporate partners, and leaders from across the innovation ecosystem.
Selected companies will gain:
Exposure to active venture capital investors
Visibility with corporate partners and ecosystem leaders
High-impact networking opportunities with founders and investors
The opportunity to showcase as part of Atlantic Canada’s premier venture event
Applications close on April 30, 2026.
Not quite ready to showcase — or prefer to attend this year?
The Forum has released a limited number of $499 startup-rate, sponsor-subsidized passes to help more early-stage and high-growth companies attend.
This is a great way to plug into the ecosystem, build relationships, and get a feel for the event ahead of applying in future years.
We hope to see you in Halifax this June.
Venn Friday Office Hours – Startup Mentorship
Hosted by:
Alicia Roisman Ismach & Andre Zanoti – passionate supporters of bold ideas with real potential.
Calling all startup founders and aspiring entrepreneurs! Looking for expert guidance to take your venture to the next level? Join us for weekly Office Hours every Friday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Venn Innovation (770 St. George Blvd, Moncton).
What to Expect:
1-on-1, 30-minute mentorship sessions
Tailored advice for your startup or idea
Guidance on key milestones and scaling strategies
Actionable feedback from experienced mentors
Who It’s For:
Startup founders at any stage
Future entrepreneurs with validated ideas
Innovators with high-potential plans
IDEA CENtre Pitch Fest
You’re invited to join us for the IDEA Centre Pitch Fest on Thursday, May 28, 2026, hosted at Venn Innovation.
Come support our students as they pitch their innovative projects, share bold ideas, and engage with local business owners and community members. Pitch Fest is an opportunity to experience the future of entrepreneurship and encourage the next generation of innovators.
Event details
📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
📍 Venn Innovation, 770 boulevard St. George, Moncton
⏰ 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Program
1:00 p.m. – Guest speaker
1:30 p.m. – Finalist pitches
2:00 p.m. – Networking
Propertyguys.com earns bronze at 2026 CFA Awards of Excellence
Congratulations to PropertyGuys.com on being named the Bronze winner in the Non-Traditional Franchises, 30+ Franchises category at the 2026 Canadian Franchise Association Awards of Excellence in Franchising.
Considered one of the highest honours in Canadian franchising, these awards recognize franchise systems that excel in areas such as franchisee relations, leadership, training, and communication. Winners are selected based on franchisee survey results conducted by an independent third-party research firm.
This recognition reflects the strength of the PropertyGuys.com franchise network and the company’s continued success as a modern, non-traditional real estate brand. By combining entrepreneurial local operators with innovative systems and strong national support, PropertyGuys.com continues to grow and create opportunities across Canada.
A well-deserved achievement for the entire PropertyGuys.com team and franchise community.
Midis J’INNOV - A new series of webinars to explore
INNOV, the CCNB’s centers for innovation and applied research, is launching a new webinar series titled Les Midis J’INNOV.
A weekly event, held every Thursday at noon, to explore practical issues related to innovation, the environment, technology, and organizational development.
This initiative is funded by Canadian Heritage, with the goal of promoting and making scientific knowledge accessible in French by highlighting expertise from the research and innovation communities.
Each month is dedicated to a specific theme, explored through a series of accessible, practical webinars grounded in real-world applications.
Whether you work in the private sector, the public sector, research, or are simply interested in these issues, these webinars are designed to provide you with useful and practical insights.
May: Adapting to Climate Change
Working with Nature to Build Municipal Resilience
With Stéphanie Paradis-Léger
📅 May 7, 2026, at 12 p.m.
Our Forests in the Face of a Changing Climate
(Introduction to the Effects of Climate Change on Our Forests)
With Gaëtan Pelletier
📅 May 21, 2026, at 12 p.m.
Adapting to Climate Change and Regional Collaboration
With Clémence Mercille
📅 May 28, 2026, at 12 p.m.
Your next office might be at the junction
If working from home isn’t cutting it anymore, Junction offers a better option.
Our offices are designed to help you focus, grow, and actually enjoy your workday, without long-term lease pressure.
✨ Flexible office spaces
✨ Great light & energy
✨ Built-in community
Supporting NB Entrepreneurs: Your Local Impact
New Brunswick — and Canadian — entrepreneurs create incredible products, from food and beverages to innovative technology. Supporting local businesses strengthens our economy, our communities, and the people behind these brands. There’s no better time than now to #BuyLocal and #BuyCanadian! 🇨🇦
Some of the best products and expertise are right here in New Brunswick. For more ways to support local, check out Excellence NB—a non-profit that showcases businesses, artisans, boutiques, and more from across our picturesque province.
NBIF Startup Investment Fund
Are you an early-stage startup based out of New Brunswick looking for investment? NBIF provides up to $200,000 of pre-seed investment and a variety of other benefits and discounted services for eligible New Brunswick companies. To find out more, click the button.
SENB Connector Program
Did you know there is a program that helps newcomers, immigrants, and recent graduates in Southeastern New Brunswick connect with potential employers or influential leaders within your industry? The Connector Program matches job seekers to industry professionals who facilitate the growth of their Conectee’s professional network. Sounds interesting? To become a Connector like our CEO, Doug Robertson, and our Community Management Lead, André, or to become a Connectee, click the button below.
Civic Tech Moncton
Every Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM @ the Junction by Venn (770 St George Blvd)
Civic Tech Moncton joins Civic Tech Fredericton and Civic Tech Saint John to serve as the connective tissue between citizens, non-profit organizations, government innovators and the tech community. We facilitate knowledge sharing and work collaboratively to build digital tools or simply provide technical advice to our non-profit sector.
Founders Cafe with Denis Daigle| Venn Innovation
May 6, 2026 | 5:30PM-7:00 PM |The Junction NB - 770 St George Blvd, Moncton NB
☕This is one you won’t want to miss
Join us on May 6th from 5:30–7 PM for an evening of real conversations, founder insights, and meaningful connections.
✨ This month's special guest is Denis Daigle ✨
Denis is a fractional CTO, AI leader, and former SaaS co-founder helping growth-stage companies bridge the gap between vision and execution. From unlocking stalled delivery to implementing AI-powered systems, he works hands-on with founders to build what their growth demands.
If you’re navigating scaling challenges, tech decisions, or wondering how AI actually fits into your business.
🎤 Hosted by:
Alicia Roisman Ismach — Head of Fintech at Atlantic Fintech at and Founder of Founder’s Café. Alicia has over 15 years of experience developing innovative financial and payments solutions globally. She previously co-directed the Founder Institute in Tel Aviv and has been an active member of the Electronic Transactions Association’s Technology Committee.
☕ As always, enjoy Moroccan tea and sweets from Izouran Sweets, and coffee from Brix Experience
Free fridays In the junction!
We are pleased to offer free co-working Fridays in the Junction! On the first Friday of the month, we are pleased to offer free co-working spaces to anyone who is looking for a change of scenery from their usual workspace. To book your spot, visit the Junction website.
Annual General Meeting & Voices of Impact Ft. Arnaud Franco | Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton
May 4, 2026 |10:45 AM-1:30 PM |Wingate by Wyndham Dieppe Moncton, Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada
Business After Hours| Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton
May 25, 2026 | 5:00 PM-6:30 PM |Resurgo Place, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Idea Centre pitch fest
You’re Invited!
Join us on Thursday, May 28th, 2026 at Venn Innovation for the IDEA Centre Pitch Fest!
Come cheer on our incredible students as they pitch their innovative projects
Your support matters, and trust us, you won’t want to miss the energy they’re bringing this year!
Seats are limited, save yours via the link:
Moncton Tech Hive
April 10, 2026 | 6:00PM-8:00 PM |The Junction NB - 770 St George Blvd, Moncton NB
Founders Cafe with Denis Daigle| Venn Innovation
May 6, 2026 | 5:30PM-7:00 PM |The Junction NB - 770 St George Blvd, Moncton NB