Startup Canada Tour
The Startup Canada Tour gives entrepreneurs invaluable access to industry leaders, mentors, investors, ecosystem resources, and an inspiring community of support partners. Expand your skills and knowledge, and gain exclusive insights, impactful connections, and practical strategies to accelerate your startup's growth and drive your business forward!
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What is it?
The Startup Canada Tour is your opportunity to connect with the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem. This national event allows us to bring together early stage entrepreneurs to build out their networks, learn from industry experts, and drive their businesses forward!
Mark your calendars! 2026 Startup Canada Tour Dates:
- Halifax, Nova Scotia – April 29, 2026
- Victoria, British Columbia – September 29, 2026
- Mississauga, Ontario – October 29, 2026 (In-person and virtual)
Overview
Why Entrepreneurs Show Up
Build Your Network
At each Startup Canada Tour stop, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with business mentors and entrepreneur support organizations from near and far, representing local, provincial, and national support organizations. Meet with experts in our Ask the Expert Lounge and connect with other entrepreneurs to grow your business network!
Learn from Industry Experts
Throughout the day you’ll have access to keynotes, panels, and workshops featuring leading industry experts. Attend insightful sessions, from early stage funding strategies to practical lessons from entrepreneurs to propel your business forward.
Drive your Business Forward
Whether you’re at the ideation stage or looking to expand your business, you’ll leave the Startup Canada Tour with the tools, resources, and connections to take your business to the next level!
Startup Canada Tour 2026
You Don’t Want to Miss This
In 2026, we're expanding the Tour to three major Canadian cities. The excitement doesn’t stop there! We are also bringing back our popular Ask the Expert Lounge, featuring mentors and topics thoughtfully curated to support you and your startup journey.
The Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition will also be back. Plus, we’re introducing more networking opportunities than ever before, giving you more chances to connect with entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and changemakers from across Canada.
April 29, 2026
Halifax, Nova Scotia
This iconic waterfront venue celebrates stories of movement, resilience, and new beginnings—making it a powerful backdrop for entrepreneurial conversations. Located at the heart of Halifax’s historic port, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 offers an inspiring space to connect, learn, and explore what’s next for Canadian founders.
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September 29, 2026
Victoria, British Columbia
Set in the heart of downtown Victoria, this modern venue blends coastal beauty with a vibrant innovation ecosystem. The Victoria Conference Centre provides a dynamic and professional setting for entrepreneurs to gather, share ideas, and build meaningful connections on the West Coast.
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October 29, 2026
Mississauga, Ontario
Located in the cultural core of the city, this venue offers a bright, modern space designed for collaboration and creativity. The Living Arts Centre sets the stage for energizing conversations, practical insights, and powerful connections within one of Canada’s fastest-growing business communities.
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Are you a Canadian entrepreneur ready to take your startup to the next stage? Our Pitch Competitions are back this year with a bigger prize pool of $100,000!. This is your opportunity to put your business in the spotlight, gain meaningful exposure, and pitch in front of industry leaders and investors. Step onto the stage, tell your story, and compete for prizes that can help move your business forward.
Learn more and apply to pitchPast Year Recaps
Our favourite highlights
See the Startup Canada Tour in action over the years.
2025 Tour Highlights
Over 2,700 entrepreneurs. 47 speakers. 77 expert mentors. Two unforgettable days in Calgary and Mississauga. Relive the moments that made 2025 special.
Thank You To Our 2026 Program Partners
The 2026 Startup Canada Tour is made possible by the incredible partners who share our commitment to empowering entrepreneurs nationwide.
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Event Partners
We Invite You To Partner With Us in 2026
Interested in joining a national initiative supporting Canadian entrepreneurs? Join a national initiative supporting Canadian entrepreneurs. Complete the Partner Application Form below to explore partnership opportunities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Startup Canada Tour brings together early stage entrepreneurs, support organizations, investors, mentors, industry experts, and educators for a day of learning and connecting with the entrepreneurial community.
Registration for Startup Canada Tour 2026 will open in February. Costs vary depending on the Tour stop you plan to attend and your ticket category type. This year you can also take advantage of early pricing with increases happening closer to the event date. All Startup Canada Tour passes are in CAD$. Prices exclude applicable service fees and taxes and will be calculated at checkout. Pass purchases are final sale and non-refundable.
Subscribe to the Startup Canada mailing list to be notified when applications officially open for the Startup Global Pitch Competition.
All three Startup Canada Tour stops will be held in person with an additional virtual participation option in Mississauga, Ontario.
In 2026, Startup Canada Tour will be stopping in two locations:
- Halifax, Nova Scotia | April 29, 2026
- Victoria, British Columbia | September 29, 2026
- Mississauga, Ontario | October 29, 2026
Of course! You are welcome to attend multiple Tour stops; you will just need to register separately for each stop.
We will be announcing the speakers and schedules for each Tour stop closer to the individual event dates.
We strive to create accessible and inclusive spaces for all community members. If you require additional accommodations to ensure your participation, please email [email protected]. Please make any accommodation requests within 15 business days of the event.
Apply to be a speaker or a mentor by completing the following Speaker/Mentor Application form.
Please contact [email protected] to discuss partnership opportunities with Startup Canada Tour.
Apply to be a volunteer at a Startup Canada Tour stop near you by filling out our Volunteer Application form.
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