Applied
Research
Through applied research and experimentation, the BEA bridges real-world community challenges with bold, practical solutions. We partner with post-secondary institutions, think tanks, and industry leaders to drive community-anchored insights, business experimentation, and inclusive innovation
WHY IT MATTERS
Research shouldn’t sit on a shelf.
It should build businesses, shape better policies, and open new markets.
Together with our partners, Applied Research is redefining how research, innovation, and entrepreneurship can work for underrepresented communities, starting in Northwest Toronto and stretching far beyond.
Our focus
Is simple
Conduct applied research that informs better policies and practices for small businesses and startup companies.
Develop commercialized products, toolkits, and frameworks that create real-world impact.
Experiment with new models for entrepreneurship, inclusive economies, and civic innovation.
An impact-driven approach to research
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Traditional |
Inclusive Innovation |
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Theoretical |
Applied |
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Institution-First |
People-First |
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Academic Only |
Actionable |
Our research
What we’re working on
Explore our latest projects and research findings.
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