Driving Water Innovation & Action
Empowering the Next Generation of Water Leaders
At AquaAction, we are building a water secure future by equipping innovators, entrepreneurs, and communities with the skills, resources, and opportunities to make a lasting impact. Our programs turn education into action, ideas into solutions, and startups into industry leaders.
Which is the right program for you?
Accelerate your growth and access our powerful entrepreneurial network with one of our 3 programs: AquaHacking Challenge, AquaEntrepreneur and AquaNation.
AquaHacking Challenge
For Bold Thinkers Ready to Tackle Water Challenges
Are you a student or recent grad with big ideas, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a passion for making a real impact on both the environment and the economy? The AquaHacking Challenge is designed for driven innovators like you—those ready to transform bold ideas into real-world solutions for North America’s most pressing water challenges.
From Ideation to Launch—In Just 10 Months
Through hands-on training, expert mentorship, and access to Canada’s top entrepreneurs, you’ll rapidly develop your solution from concept to market. With our immersive program and powerful network, you’ll gain the skills, support, and opportunities to turn your vision into a scalable water tech startup.
If you have what it takes to solve critical water issues, drive economic change, and create a healthier future, the AquaHacking Challenge is your launchpad. Are you ready?
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Applications are now closed for the Quebec 2025 Cohort.
Join our waitlist to be notified when applications open!
AquaEntrepreneur
For Water Innovators Ready to Scale
Have you developed a promising water solution and are ready to take it to the next level? The AquaEntrepreneur Program is designed for ambitious founders, startups and small businesses looking to scale their impact, secure funding, and access new markets in Canada and the U.S.
Applications for the 2025 Cohort will be opening soon.
Join our waitlist to be notified when applications open!
From Startup to Market Leader
Through expert mentorship, C-suite coaching, trade missions, and real-world pilot opportunities, you’ll gain the strategic guidance and industry connections needed to accelerate your business. Our program provides:
- Tailored leadership and market development training
- Access to trade missions and commercialization support
- Pilot funding, legal services, and technical expertise
If you’re ready to turn your water innovation into a thriving business, the AquaEntrepreneur Program is your gateway to success. Are you ready to scale?
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AquaNation
A Thriving Community of Water Innovators
AquaNation is where our changemakers come together. As former participants of AquaAction’s programs—from the AquaHacking Challenge to AquaEntrepreneur—our members are entrepreneurs, researchers, and professionals driving real-world water solutions. Our impact does not stop when a cohort ends – the AquaNation is where it thrives.
This is also where our AquaAction Ambassadors come from—leaders committed to inspiring change and advancing water sustainability worldwide.
From Alumni to Impact Leaders
AquaNation isn’t just a network—it’s a platform for collaboration, growth, and leadership development.
Members gain:
- Exclusive access to funding, mentorship, and pilot opportunities
- Matchmaking to market opportunities across the US and Canada
- Networking with peers, industry leaders, and investors
- Opportunities to represent AquaAction as an Ambassador at key events
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Ready to stay engaged and grow your impact?
Join our programs and become part of the exclusive AquaNation!
Education & Awareness
Inspiring the Next Generation of Water Leaders
Coming SOON! AquaAction’s Education & Awareness Program will equip the next wave of changemakers with the knowledge, skills, and tools to tackle the freshwater crisis. Through immersive learning experiences and real-world problem-solving, students from K-12 and beyond will gain the eco-literacy needed to make informed decisions and take meaningful action for water sustainability.
Coming soon in 2025-26
From Learning to Action
This national awareness program, powered by a grant from Environment and Climate Change Canada, will empower students and educators with:
- Engaging program and hands-on learning about freshwater challenges and solutions
- Opportunities to work on real-world water issues with experts and mentors
- A pathway to innovation, entrepreneurship, and environmental leadership
Whether you're a student, educator, advocate, or supporter, this program will spark curiosity, inspire action, and shape the next generation of water stewards.
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