Skip to Main Content
You are now in the main content area

Get ahead with Zone Learning


Zone Learning is the network for innovation and entrepreneurial experiences at TMU. We prepare students for the 21st-century workplace. Our programs offer hands-on experience that allows you to bridge the gap between education and real-world problems. 

Whether you’re looking to grow an idea, gain work experience, or connect with other curious students, when you join Zone Learning, you’re entering a robust community of innovators, dreamers and doers who will support you in shaping your future.

See what's new

The world has problems, and you can solve them

The Social Ventures Zone is ready to take on a brand new cohort of social entrepreneurs for Winter 2025.

 (google form) 
Amazon Black Fashion Innovators Award
 (external link) 

This award aims to support entrepreneurs and provide crucial funding and incubator resources to support Black founders' growth, success and sustainability. Apply by January 10.

New courses to help you launch your passion project

Learn the skills you need to grow your project or venture alongside others doing the same in ZON 100 and DG 8116.

Learn how to be competitive in the business world

Check out the DMZ Masterclass for pro-guided workshops helping entrepreneurs and industry professionals master their business skills. 

Infographic with 3 coloured squares with text inside. Under the three boxes there is a main heading that says "We are the World's Leading University Incubator Network." The first box says "More than 5000 innovators have worked in our zones." The second box says "We offer 12 incubators in the Great Toronto Area and are active in 14 countries." The third box says "We’ve supported more than 5,000 startups to raise more than $2.5 billion."

Hear from our members

Our members have gone on to find great success – whether as entrepreneurs or as talented and well-rounded professionals that utilize the innovation skills gained through a Zone experience to create more impact in their careers. Below, you can hear first-hand accounts of the journeys of Zone members, many of which began their journey as students.

Have a question for us? Send us an email at zonelearning@torontomu.ca or DM us on Instagam @zonestmu!