The 2025 Startup Canada Tour Kicks Off in Calgary – Register Now!
Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS, is excited to launch the 2025 Startup Canada Tour, with its first stop in Calgary on April 29, 2025! We have an exclusive Canadian SME Magazine offer just for you!
This dynamic, national in-person event series is designed to connect early stage entrepreneurs with the support, resources, and community they need to grow their businesses. Following the Calgary stop, the Tour will continue with its second stop in Mississauga on October 21, 2025.
The Startup Canada Tour is a must-attend for Canadian entrepreneurs looking to:
● Gain insights from top industry leaders through keynote sessions
● Participate in engaging workshops and expert-led panels on business growth strategies
● Connect with mentors, investors, and ecosystem partners through exclusive networking opportunities
● Get tailored business advice in the Ask the Expert Lounge
“The Startup Canada Tour provides an incredible opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and grow. By bringing together diverse voices and expertise, we aim to foster a collaborative ecosystem that supports the success of Canadian entrepreneurs,” explains Kayla Isabelle, CEO of Startup Canada.
Another highlight of this tour is the Startup Global “Pop-up Pitch” Competition, which takes place at both Tour stops and provides local entrepreneurs with the opportunity to compete for a total cash prize pool of $70,000! Applications for the Calgary Pop-up Pitch are now open, with Mississauga applications opening this summer!
“We’re thrilled to be a part of the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem by providing expertise on and off the stage while connecting with entrepreneurs and business leaders, ”says Paul Gaspar, Director for Small Business at UPS Canada.
REGISTER NOW – Apply “CANSME50” to receive 50% off your ticket!
The 2025 Startup Canada Tour is presented in partnership with UPS, with program support from Constant Contact, Scotiabank, The Peak, Encore Global, BDC, Competition Bureau, WEOC, Mastercard, City of Mississauga, CGLCC, and League of Innovators.
Organizations interested in learning more about Startup Canada Tour partnership opportunities can contact [email protected].