Canada’s first incubator dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals launch businesses and generate income.

The average income for those formerly incarcerated in Canada is $14,000. Every year, 37,000 people are released from correctional facilities. The stigma of incarceration makes it 3X harder to secure employment, leaving thousands without access to stable income.

Comeback Catalyst is a national, non-profit that exists to help change that.

We equip formerly incarcerated individuals with the training, mentorship and support to launch income generating businesses when employment isn’t accessible.

Supported By:

Community Partners:

160+ Graduates - National Program Across Canada - Free Incubator Program

Entrepreneurship as a pathway to workforce development.

Two men are smiling and talking in a room with a white wall and ceiling lights. One man has tattoos and is wearing a beige jacket, the other has a beard and is wearing a black shirt with a necklace. There are several people in the background, some sitting at a table with holiday decorations.

Three women and a dog standing in front of a festive, silver tinsel backdrop with white and gold Christmas decorations. One woman is holding a small tan dog dressed in a cream sweater.

Meet Comeback Catalyst Alumni

160+ Graduates. Here’s What They Have to Say

"I have done a similar business entrepreneur course many years ago. There is no comparison to the Comeback Catalyst program. I felt much more comfortable and the mentoring was amazing. I look forward to my next hurdle as I know the support that is available. Thank you, Comeback Catalyst."
"I enjoyed being in a positive environment where I didn’t feel judged and afraid to ask questions because of prior circumstances. I felt seen and heard and overall I am confident enough to go out and get the bag. I’m ready to make my Comeback."
"Comeback Catalyst is well named for their integrity, acumen, skill and open-hearted style that uplifts those of us who have been knocked down, are getting on our feet and recreating ourselves while growing roots and wings."
"This has been a jammed packed bundle of amazing, helpful and greatly useful tools. I'd give this program a 10 out of 10."
"This program has not only given me hope for the future but has saved my life, kept me focused & I am excited to see where my new adventure in business takes me!"
"I feel like I can reach out, request support, advice and guidance after graduation, during the most difficult steps of concept and product development. This course has genuinely given me the confidence to continue bringing my idea to life. Thank you Comeback Catalyst."
"Great program for any stage of business development. Provided encouragement when it was needed most."
"I thought it was very well put together, informative and welcoming. It really opened my eyes and helped me understand the beginner steps to starting my own business."
"Everyone at Comeback has been so great, knowledgeable and so welcoming. The whole process was very straightforward and they genuinely want to help people. I would recommend this course for anyone who qualifies!"
"This programming is helpful and the insight is incredible. The information shared was enlightening."

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Canada’s first incubator dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals launch businesses and generate income.

Supported By:

Community Partners:

160+ Graduates - National Program Across Canada - Free Incubator Program

Entrepreneurship as a pathway to workforce development.

Meet Comeback Catalyst Alumni

"I have done a similar business entrepreneur course many years ago. There is no comparison to the Comeback Catalyst program. I felt much more comfortable and the mentoring was amazing. I look forward to my next hurdle as I know the support that is available. Thank you, Comeback Catalyst."

"I enjoyed being in a positive environment where I didn’t feel judged and afraid to ask questions because of prior circumstances. I felt seen and heard and overall I am confident enough to go out and get the bag. I’m ready to make my Comeback."

"Comeback Catalyst is well named for their integrity, acumen, skill and open-hearted style that uplifts those of us who have been knocked down, are getting on our feet and recreating ourselves while growing roots and wings."

"This has been a jammed packed bundle of amazing, helpful and greatly useful tools. I'd give this program a 10 out of 10."

"This program has not only given me hope for the future but has saved my life, kept me focused & I am excited to see where my new adventure in business takes me!"

"I feel like I can reach out, request support, advice and guidance after graduation, during the most difficult steps of concept and product development. This course has genuinely given me the confidence to continue bringing my idea to life. Thank you Comeback Catalyst."

"Great program for any stage of business development. Provided encouragement when it was needed most."

"I thought it was very well put together, informative and welcoming. It really opened my eyes and helped me understand the beginner steps to starting my own business."

"Everyone at Comeback has been so great, knowledgeable and so welcoming. The whole process was very straightforward and they genuinely want to help people. I would recommend this course for anyone who qualifies!"

"This programming is helpful and the insight is incredible. The information shared was enlightening."

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