Halifax-based Tribe Network, a support hub for BIPOC founders, and rural startup group IGNITE Atlantic have established a partnership to boost support for racialized entrepreneurs in the region.

The partnership connects Tribe's community, coaching, and capital for Black and racialized founders with IGNITE Atlantic's rural innovation hubs in Cape Breton, New Glasgow, and Yarmouth, the partners said in a statement.

Savior Joseph, Founding Chair and interim CEO of Tribe Network, said the agreement is about ensuring support is in place for high growth, innovation driven companies with Black and racialized founders. 

“Partnering with Tribe Network allows us to extend that impact by ensuring Black and racialized founders have access to the right support at the right time, no matter where they are located,”  said Doug Jones, CEO of IGNITE Atlantic.

The partners will host a community launch event at IGNITE's Cape Breton location on May 21st. The event will bring together founders, community members, and ecosystem partners for an evening of networking, introductions, and conversation. 

Register here.