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Join the Circleis the best way to provide outstanding support for our entrepreneurs by building a strong and well-respected community ofmentoring.
When you enter the circle, you will:
- Be part of a network of entrepreneurship support professionals and earn recognized certifications
- network and meet members of the ecosystem
- benefit from collective intelligence
- improve your skills and performance
- help shape the direction and guide the development of tools and services main the ecosystem
a network designed for individuals… and beneficial to organizations
Individual Membership (PRO)
for people who
- support entrepreneurs (advisors, coaches, experts, mentors)
- manage programs or work for support organizations
- formulate economic development policies related to entrepreneurship
$200 per year
taxes included
The benefits are available only to the member and are not transferable
COMMUNITY
- Invitation to the Cercle's Monthly Meetups
- Unlimited access to Slack channels, along with other members of the Circle
- co-development opportunities
TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
- Early access to events and training sessions
- Free* access to a module of the Business Advisor Certification (Business Advisor Certificate**)
- recognition of completed training programs and certifications
NETWORKING & NEWS
- Exclusive monthly roundup — to stay up to date on the latest news
- Directory and database of Cercle members
- Networking upon request — smart connections between professionals
UMBRELLA
- 10% off your personal Parapluie membership
Membership renewable annually starting on the date of purchase
* For memberships purchased before March 31, 2026
** Certification offered in French by MAIN in the spring of 2026
Group Membership (ORG)
For organizations and companies that support the professional development of their employees and the growth of a community united by its passion for Quebec entrepreneurs
$1,000 per year
taxes included
The benefits of individual membership (PRO) for 10 employees, plus the following “organizational” benefits:
EVENTS
- A free ticket to the MAIN 2027 Summit (valued at $700)
COMMUNITY
- Individual Q&A calls
- Presentation of your organization's services during a monthly call
- access to a dedicated Slack channel
TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
- " Startup Fundraising" training course — one free spot* (valued at $500)
- 20% discount on modules for theBusiness Advisor Certificate**
- Recognition of training and certifications earned by your employees
UMBRELLA
- 10% discount for your team and contractors on our Parapluie health insurance
Membership renewable annually starting on the date of purchase
* For memberships purchased before March 31, 2026
** Certification offered in French by MAIN in the spring of 2026
join the movement
main is first and foremost a circle of support professionals who believe:
- that it takes a community to help entrepreneurs thrive
- that there is a place for everyone who puts the interests of entrepreneurs at the top of their priorities
- that our diversity is our strength
- that every contribution is valued and welcomed
- that collaboration among us may not always yield the expected results—and that's okay, because at the very least, we will have progressed together
in our movement, every voice matters, every perspective matters.
together,
In a world where we’re all just five main anyone, the Circle puts entrepreneurs just one handshake away from the right professional. By forming this united circle around them, we break down the isolation of those involved and ensure our relevance through collective intelligence that allows us to achieve more, together.
The MAIN Circle is the foundation of a strong association. It is the place where support standards are defined and where your expertise is finally recognized and certified.
An entrepreneur’s courage begins with the strength and diversity of their Circle. Join the movement.