Canadian Technology Accelerators
Canadian Technology Accelerators (CTAs) empower Canadian high-potential, high-growth tech companies that have a market-ready technology or product to explore global growth opportunities. We help companies in three main sectors of activity:
- cleantech
- digital industries and information and communications technologies (ICT)
- life sciences and digital health
10 global tech hubs | 580+ alumni | $645M capital raised
$238M revenue generated | 1,100 strategic partnerships | 2,500+ jobs created
Programs and locations
All programs are virtual due to COVID-19; however, if travel restrictions ease, some programs will offer in-person opportunities.
We have CTAs located in thriving tech ecosystems around the world. We tailor each program to the realities of the local market. Before applying, compare our programs to identify which CTA is best for you.
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Use the boxes below to search for CTA programs by location or sector. Otherwise, use the Filter items field below to search by keyword or sub-sector.
| CTA programs | Sector | Location | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Asia cleantech | Cleantech | Singapore | September 24, 2021 |
| Taipei AutoTech and FinTech | Digital industries and ICT | Taipei | September 24, 2021 |
| Silicon Valley digital | Digital industries and ICT | Silicon Valley | September 24, 2021 |
| Germany hydrogen and carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) | Cleantech | Germany | September 24, 2021 |
| Taipei healthcare technology | Life sciences and digital health | Taiwan | September 30, 2021 |
| Germany autotech | Digital industries and ICT | Germany | October 1, 2021 |
| Germany digital health | Life sciences and digital health | Germany | October 8, 2021 |
| U.S. retail technology | Digital industries and ICT | New York City Los Angeles Bay Area | Closed |
| San Francisco health | Life sciences and digital health | San Francisco | Closed |
| Mexico and Spain smart cities | Digital industries and ICT | Mexico | Closed |
| Mexico and Spain smart cities | Cleantech | Mexico | Closed |
| U.S. agtech | Digital industries and ICT | San Francisco Minneapolis Los Angeles | Closed |
| U.S. climatetech | Cleantech | New York City San Francisco Boston Denver | Closed |
| Boston/Cambridge tech and Life sciences and digital health | Life sciences and digital health | Boston Cambridge | Closed |
| Boston/Cambridge tech and Life sciences and digital health | Digital industries and ICT | Boston Cambridge | Closed |
| Hong Kong financial technology | Digital industries and ICT | Hong Kong | Closed |
| Hong Kong property technology | Digital industries and ICT | Hong Kong | Closed |
| Hong Kong property technology | Cleantech | Hong Kong | Closed |
| New York City and Silicon Valley cybersecurity | Digital industries and ICT | New York City Silicon Valley | Closed |
| New York City and San Francisco digital health | Life sciences and digital health | New York City San Francisco | Closed |
| Taipei digital technologies | Digital industries and ICT | Taiwan | Closed |
| Japan digital technologies | Digital industries and ICT | Japan | Closed |
World-class support with no equity taken
Established in 2013, we are a global business development program offered by Canada's Trade Commissioner Service.
- Boston
- New York City
- San Francisco
- Silicon Valley
- Mexico
- Berlin; Munich
- Hong Kong
- Taipei
- Tokyo
- Singapore
- ...and more to follow
CTAs help participants maximize their time in market and provide them with the most relevant and impactful support possible. There are no participation costs associated with the CTA program, aside from travel and accommodation expenses.
While CTAs vary in length and in format (virtual or in-market), all participating companies benefit from:
- access to a vast network of trade commissioners
- coaching and mentorship from industry leaders
- support to refine international business and market-entry strategies
- introductions to potential partners and clients
- introductions to investors and venture capitalists
- a collaborative workspace (where available)
Canadian companies may be eligible to receive financial support from the CanExport program to help cover costs related to CTA participation. Discover funding and support programs for doing international business.
CTA alumni are well-positioned for pursuing their global growth plans. Read what CTA participants said about our program.
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