Built for established, second-stage companies in the Saskatoon and Regina regions, Upscale helps you turn growth ambitions into real momentum. Work one-on-one with your region’s economic development team to define a strategic growth plan, then access the expertise, industry connections, market insights, and funding needed to put into action.
Applications for Cohort 2, open March 16, 2026.
The Upscale Business Growth Program has been co-developed and delivered by:
Upscale helps you step back from managing day-to-day demands and identify initiatives that will deliver the greatest impact. With direct access to funding and expertise, you’ll gain the clarity and capacity to align your team, time and investment with long-term, sustainable growth strategies
This program is open to for-profit, privately held businesses located in the Saskatoon or Regina regions that meet the following requirements:
The following businesses are not eligible for this program:
Upscale is a fully tailored experience – not a traditional incubator or accelerator. Designed around your company’s specific priorities and challenges, it is delivered through one-on-one consultations and a mix of in-person and virtual engagement. The result is hands-on tailored support even beyond the formal program.
From May to November, participants recieve:
1. Apply online
2. Eligible companies will participate in a virtual discovery call
3. Shortlisted applicants will be scored by an internal selection committee
4. Accepted applicants will be contacted by email and onboarded to the program
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Saskatoon Info Session: April 1st (Register here)
Regina Info Session: April 1st (Register here)
Applications Close: April 13th
Cohort 2 Launch Event: May 7th
Cohort 2 Finale Event: November 19th
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Specialist, Business Development
Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA)
306-664-0708
dlizee-prynne@sreda.com
Coordinator, Business Growth
Economic Development Regina (EDR)
306-565-6338
kclark@economicdevelopmentregina.com