Fredericton entrepreneurship hub Planet Hatch has announced the 12 companies participating in its inaugural Newcomer Startup Accelerator, which targets international students and other new arrivals to Canada.
The accelerator will run until Aug. 26 and is geared towards helping entrepreneurs gain an understanding of Canadian business practices and culture. It will also include one-on-one business counselling and access to Planet Hatch’s workspace facilities.
Entrepreneurs who need help obtaining visas will also join the incubator’s Startup Visa Program, which aims to secure permanent