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Startup Ecosystem Canada

City Programs

Are you ready to lead, connect, and strengthen your city’s startup ecosystem?

A Well-Crafted Network
For Collective Success

Startup Ecosystem Canada is designed to nurture the next generation of world-changing companies. We empower visionary entrepreneurs by connecting them with key stakeholders including Solution Providers, Media and Press, Market Leaders, Governments and Funding Organisations.

Startup Ecosystem Canada
City Programs

The Startup Ecosystem Canada City Program brings together founders, investors, operators, universities, and ecosystem partners to strengthen local startup communities and connect them nationally. Build stronger ecosystems, connect communities, and help Canadian companies succeed.

Upcoming Stops

Montréal, QB
Applications
closed

Vancouver, MB
Aug 2026 · Applications
open

Calgary, AB
Aug 2026 · Applications
open

Ottawa, ON
Aug 2026 · Applications
open

Waterloo, ON
Aug 2026 · Applications
open

Help build the startup ecosystem in your city

We’re looking for ambitious, community-minded ecosystem builders to get involved in expanding the Startup Ecosystem Canada community in cities across Canada.

What Do City Leaders Do?

  • Bring local founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders together
  • Host founder-focused initiatives in your region
  • Build local partnerships with VCs, accelerators, universities, and organizations
  • Identify and support promising founders in your city

Whether you’re a founder, investor, startup operator, or professional in the innovation space, we would love to hear from you. 

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What You'll Be Part Of

By being part of a city chapter, you are joining a national network of founders, investors, operators, universities, and ecosystem builders.

Your involvement in your city can contribute to:

Local Connections

Build deeper relationships between the people shaping your city’s startup ecosystem.

National Visibility

Help bring attention to the founders, companies, and ecosystem developments emerging from your region.

Cross-City Collaboration

Connect your community with founders, investors, and partners in other Canadian cities.

Founder Opportunities

Help founders discover mentorship, partnerships, investment, programming, and other resources.

Toronto
Quebec City
Ottawa
Montreal, Quebec
Vancouver, British Columbia
Calgary, Alberta
Victoria, British Columbia
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Winnipeg, Manitoba

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