VC Catalog · venture ecosystem research library
VC Catalog home Beta

VC firm

York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI)

Kingmaker TierBased on the data VC Catalog holds.

Kingmaker Tier: 80 out of 100

Also known as York Entrepreneurship Development Institute

  • Generalist (firms only)
  • CA
  • Global
  • Accelerator
  • Incubator
  • VC
Investor type
VC
Investing status
Activeas of 2026-09-21Source (opens in a new tab)
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded
2013
Check size
Upon completion of the program, YEDI provides its entrepreneurs with the exclusive opportunity to showcase and pitch their projects for a chance to receive funding of up to $500,000 from YEDI’s own venture capital fund.Source (opens in a new tab)
Legal name
York Entrepreneurship Development Institute
Claim, correct or request removal

Record updated 21 September 2026

About

York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI) is recognized as a leader in entrepreneurship education and training, offering a range of options for entrepreneurs to reach their educational and growth goals.

Investment approach

Thesis
We envision a world transformed by generations of innovative leaders set on creating a sustainable and thriving economy that improves the lives of all people.Source (opens in a new tab)
Eligibility
Applicant is Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Investing status notes
Upon completion of the program, YEDI provides its entrepreneurs with the exclusive opportunity to showcase and pitch their projects for a chance to receive funding of up to $500,000 from YEDI’s own venture capital fund.

Locations

Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Office
Toronto, Ontario

Programs

Other
Software Engineering & Management (opens in a new tab)A year long diploma program for those seeking a career transition into the technology sector.
Loading relationship preview

Cookies on VC Catalog

We use necessary cookies to run the site (sign-in, security, remembering this choice). With your permission we also use Google Analytics to understand how the site is used. Analytics cookies are set only if you accept all cookies. Privacy policy