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
12 global tech hubs | 730+ alumni | $742M capital raised
$278M revenue generated | 1,200 strategic partnerships | 2,800+ jobs created
Programs and locations
All programs are virtual due to COVID-19; however, as travel restrictions ease, some programs might 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silicon Valley digital | Digital industries and ICT | Silicon Valley | February 23, 2022 |
| Taipei digital technologies | Digital industries and ICT | Taiwan | February 23, 2022 |
| Boston/Cambridge tech and life sciences | Life sciences and digital health | Boston Cambridge | February 23, 2022 |
| Boston/Cambridge tech and life sciences | Digital industries and ICT | Boston Cambridge | February 23, 2022 |
| Hong Kong property tech | Digital industries and ICT | Hong Kong | February 16, 2022 |
| India deep technology | Digital industries and ICT | India | January 21, 2022 |
| United Kingdom digital energy solutions | Cleantech | United Kingdom | January 21, 2022 |
| Japan smart cities | Digital industries and ICT | Japan | Closed |
| Mexico digital health technology | Life sciences and digital health | Mexico | Closed |
| Southeast Asia cleantech | Cleantech | Singapore | Closed |
| Taipei healthcare technology | Life sciences and digital health | Taiwan | Closed |
| Germany digital health | Life sciences and digital health | Germany | Closed |
| Germany autotech | Digital industries and ICT | Germany | Closed |
| Taipei AutoTech and FinTech | Digital industries and ICT | Taipei | Closed |
| Germany hydrogen and carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) | Cleantech | Germany | Closed |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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
- United Kingdom
- Hong Kong
- Taipei
- Tokyo
- Singapore
- India
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.
Get the latest updates
- Sign up for the CTA newsletter to be the first to know when applications open
- Read what CTA alumni said about our program
- LinkedIn (Canadian Technology Accelerators)
- Twitter (CTA_TCS)
- #CTAconnects
Contact us
To learn more about individual accelerators, contact your regional office of the Trade Commissioner Service. Trade commissioners can help you determine whether a CTA is right for your business, and which one is the best fit.
For general information about the CTA, contact: cta-atc@international.gc.ca
