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SBA x FilCanPreneur: Supporting Filipino Entrepreneurs

SBA Partners with FilCanPreneur to Support Filipino-Canadian Entrepreneurs

The Scarborough Business Association (SBA) is proud to partner with FilCanPreneur in celebrating Filipino Heritage Month. As an organization dedicated to supporting and growing the local business community, SBA is committed to creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to connect, showcase their ideas, and gain the resources they need to succeed.


FilCanPreneur Pitch Competition – Application Requirements 


  • Open to pre-seed and seed-stage startups across all industries 
  • Business must be less than 3 years old 
  • Applicants can apply as an individual or as part of a team 
  • At least one founder or team member must be of Filipino descent 
  • Top 5 selected applicants will pitch live on stage at the event 
  • Financial prizes awarded to winners 
  • Businesses should have a clear idea, product, or early traction 
  • Willingness to engage with mentors, judges, and the community 
  • Previous prize winners from the past 3 years are not eligible to apply 


Tip: Keep your pitch clear, concise, and highlight what makes your business unique!


Apply now for your chance to pitch and win!

Applicants may submit either:

  1. A short pitch deck (3–5 slides) outlining: 
    • Problem you are solving 
    • Your solution / product 
    • Target market 
    • Business model 
    • Key traction or milestones 

  1. Or a 2–3 minute video pitching your business, covering the points above 

Register Now

filcanprneur 2025 winners

1st Place Winner

3nd Place Winner

1st Place Winner

Jason B. Ramsay from Nodalli


Nodalli is transforming the way job seekers connect with opportunities through its AI-powered networking tool. The platform scans LinkedIn profiles, builds a custom strategy, identifies 100+ relevant contacts, and automates outreach—reducing what would normally take 25 hours down to just 2 minutes.

With over 1,1

Jason B. Ramsay from Nodalli


Nodalli is transforming the way job seekers connect with opportunities through its AI-powered networking tool. The platform scans LinkedIn profiles, builds a custom strategy, identifies 100+ relevant contacts, and automates outreach—reducing what would normally take 25 hours down to just 2 minutes.

With over 1,100 coffee chats facilitated, Nodalli has saved users more than 3,000 hours and $40,000. The company is on track to facilitate 10,000 chats by 2026 and 100,000 by 2027.


Prize Package:

  • $1,000 cash prize 
  • Feature on the Leadership Podcast 
  • Executive mentorship to accelerate growth 


Congratulations to Jason and the team at Nodalli—this is just the beginning of their journey!

2nd Place Winner

3nd Place Winner

1st Place Winner

Mary Aglipay from Pippen AI 


She is transforming healthcare by addressing one of the biggest challenges for family doctors: paperwork overload.

Pippen AI is an AI-powered scribe and clinical assistant designed specifically for primary care. It generates high-quality, context-aware notes with minimal editing, allowing doctors to spend more t

Mary Aglipay from Pippen AI 


She is transforming healthcare by addressing one of the biggest challenges for family doctors: paperwork overload.

Pippen AI is an AI-powered scribe and clinical assistant designed specifically for primary care. It generates high-quality, context-aware notes with minimal editing, allowing doctors to spend more time with patients, streamline referrals, and reduce administrative stress.


Prize Package:

  • $600 cash prize 
  • Mentorship with top executives 
  • Featured guest spot on the Leadership Podcast 


We are excited to see how Pippen AI continues to innovate and shape the future of healthcare technology.

3nd Place Winner

3nd Place Winner

3nd Place Winner

Maryjo Antonio, Kauel Brahmbhatt, and Kian Godhwani from Tranquilo 


They are transforming mental health care for people living with bipolar disorder.

Tranquilo is an early-stage med-tech startup that combines a wearable ring with an AI-powered app. The ring monitors heart rate and detects early signs of manic or depressive episodes, providi

Maryjo Antonio, Kauel Brahmbhatt, and Kian Godhwani from Tranquilo 


They are transforming mental health care for people living with bipolar disorder.

Tranquilo is an early-stage med-tech startup that combines a wearable ring with an AI-powered app. The ring monitors heart rate and detects early signs of manic or depressive episodes, providing personalized insights, peer support, and access to critical resources. This innovative technology empowers users and helps prevent crises before they begin.


Prize Package:

  • $500 cash prize 
  • Executive mentorship from industry leaders 
  • Featured spot on the Leadership Podcast 


We are proud to celebrate Tranquilo’s vision and look forward to seeing how their journey unfolds.

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