The Canadian Technology Accelerators (CTA) empower high potential Canadian technology companies that offer a market-ready technology or product to explore opportunities for global growth.�We help companies in three main sectors of activity:
- clean technologies
- digital industries and information and communications technologies (ICT)
- life sciences and digital health
Established in 2013, the Canadian Technology Accelerator is a global business development program offered by the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service.
- Boston
- New York
- San Francisco
- Silicon Valley
- Mexico
- Berlin;�Munich
- UK
- Hong Kong
- Taipei
- Tokyo
- Singapore
- India
- More soon
ATCs adapt and develop according to market demands in order to provide participants with the most relevant and effective support possible.�There is no cost to participate in the ATC program other than travel and accommodation costs.
Eligibility
CTAs are open to innovative Canadian tech companies that can demonstrate:
- Traction in the Marketplace:�You have at least a minimum viable product (MVP), along with quantifiable evidence of maturity (revenue, investment, or number of users).�Life Sciences and Health companies�must have a proof of concept and be post-seed.
- Product Market Fit:�You can define your target audience, articulate the problem you solve, and demonstrate differentiation of your product/service.
- Strong & Experienced Executive Management Team:�You can commit to send at least one senior member (C-level or Founder) to take part in the program and have the financial resources to cover in-market costs.
- Potential to Scale:�You have a well thought out go-to-market plan for the CTA location along with KPIs to match.
Benefits
Although ATCs vary in length and format (virtual or in-market), all participating companies benefit from the following:
- access to an extensive network of trade commissioners;
- coaching and mentoring from industry leaders;
- help to improve their international trade and market entry strategies;
- putting in contact with potential customers and partners;
- connecting with investors and venture capitalists;
- a collaborative workspace (if available).
Available Opportunities
| ATC | Sector | Place | Deadline || ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------- | ----- | ----------------- || Digital technologies in Silicon Valley | Digital and ICT industries | | February 23, 2022 || Digital technology in Taipei | Digital and ICT industries | | February 23, 2022 || Technology and Life Sciences in Boston / Cambridge | Life Sciences and Digital Health | | February 23, 2022 || Technology and Life Sciences in Boston / Cambridge | Digital and ICT industries | | February 23, 2022 || Hong Kong Real Estate Technologies | Digital and ICT industries | | February 16, 2022 || Deep technology in India | Digital and ICT industries | | January 21, 2022 |
For More Information: Trade Commissioner Service Canadian Technology Accelerators
