Empowering Entrepreneurs, Strengthening Muskoka’s Economy Through Equitable Innovation
At Muskoka Futures, we believe that a thriving, resilient economy is built by bold entrepreneurs from all backgrounds and communities. That’s why we provide the guidance, investment, and opportunities needed to help businesses succeed—fueling economic growth and job creation across Muskoka.
We know that talent, drive, and innovative ideas exist everywhere, but access to entrepreneurial support and capital is not always equitable. Many entrepreneurs face systemic barriers to funding, mentorship, and resources—including entrepreneurs who experience various forms of inequality, such as women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous people, members of 2SLGBTQI+ communities, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and those who have experienced poverty, financial exclusion, or geographic isolation.
What is Equitable Innovation?
Equitable innovation means creating beneficial change that removes barriers, reduces bias, and closes access gaps—ensuring that all entrepreneurs have a fair opportunity to contribute, compete, and thrive.
Our Commitment to Equitable Growth
Muskoka Futures is committed to ensuring that all entrepreneurs in our region have access to the tools they need to succeed. We do this by providing:
✅ Flexible financing to help businesses launch, grow, and scale
✅ Expert mentorship and guidance to navigate challenges and seize opportunities
✅ Investments in businesses that drive innovation, economic resilience, and job creation
✅ Support for businesses embedding inclusive hiring, accessibility, and equity-driven strategies
✅ A continuous commitment to reducing bias, barriers, unmet needs, and access gaps in our programs—working in partnership with the diverse communities we serve through ongoing equitable innovation.
By championing inclusive entrepreneurship, we are building a stronger, more resilient Muskoka—where businesses thrive, innovation flourishes, and every entrepreneur has a fair shot at success.
If you’re ready to turn your vision into reality, we’re here to help. Let’s build Muskoka’s future together.
Muskoka Futures thanks Anna Dewar Gully and Dr. Kirsten Liesch of Tidal Equality for their support and guidance in creating an equitable innovation practice called Equity Sequence®, and for crafting this Equitable Innovation Statement.