Early Startup Tech Bootcamp

Build Smarter, Grow Faster, Connect With the Experts

Have an idea you want to turn into a business, but aren’t sure where to start? Yukonstruct’s Early Tech Bootcamp is an 8-week program designed to help early-stage founders build scalable, tech-enabled businesses.

You’ll refine your idea, strengthen your product skills, and learn what it takes to launch and grow successfully, all while receiving mentoring and coaching from experienced tech founders, legal advisors, and business mentors across Canada.

  • Business planning and strategy
  • Product design and development
  • Understanding your users and market
  • Building a solid tech foundation
  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Early-stage funding and investor readiness

Along the way, you’ll connect with a community that wants to see you succeed and gain the skills, tools, and confidence to move from idea to action.

Meet Some of The Mentors

With 20+ years building and scaling businesses, she led TAKU Retail to a successful acquisition and brings a practical, operator-focused approach to growing teams and systems sustainably.

A Vancouver and Whitehorse-based entrepreneur building AI tools to reduce clinician burnout and streamline care delivery, backed by Panache Ventures.

Testimonials:

“Because of the combination of mentorship, support, education, guest speakers and the cohort itself, I would recommend this program to anyone wanting to explore a business idea but has no idea where to start!” ~Taylor

“We learned key aspects of structuring a high-growth startup, we gained insights into financing, legal, marketing and sales considerations, and most importantly, we’ve used what we’ve learned to validate our idea.” ~Scott

Program Snapshot:

  • Duration: 8 weeks
  • Format: Hybrid. In-person sessions will take place in Week 1 and during the Final Demo Day.
  • Location: Yukonstruct, Whitehorse
  • Cost: $750 (If cost is a barrier, let us know. Email erin@yukonstruct.com)

Who Is This For?

  • Founders exploring a business idea or in their first 3 years of business
  • Those seeking a clear plan and practical tools to grow their business
  • Curious learners who are open to feedback and committed to action
  • Individuals who can dedicate a few hours each week to work on their business

Designed for early-stage tech founders, this program does not require existing traction. Participants will have the opportunity to test and validate their ideas while putting the key building blocks in place to move their business forward.

How It Works:

  • Intro Week: Meet your cohort, connect with coaches, and set your goals.
  • Weekly Sessions: Wednesday, 5:30–8:30 PM.
  • Check-Ins: Personalized feedback and guidance to keep you on track.
  • Pitch Practice: Showcase your business in a final pitch session to celebrate your progress.

Ready to Get Started?

The application for our Early-Stage Tech Bootcamp is now closed. If you want to join a future Bootcamp or learn more, email erin@yukonstruct.com. We’d love to connect with you!

Why Join?

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Natasha Peter
Kaska Dena Designs

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Teresa Ward
Grandma Treesaw’s Bannock

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Fall 2021

Program Details

Location

Hybrid. In-person sessions will take place in Week 1 and during the Final Demo Day.

Program Costs

$750
(If cost is a barrier to your participation, email erin@yukonstruct.com.)

Program Starts

Last week of February, 2026

Application Deadline

Sunday, January 30, 11:59 PM

Candidates are invited to interview

First Week of February

Weekly Sessions

Wednesday Evenings

If you have questions, contact erin@yukonstruct.com or call us at (867) 457-0150.