Canada's Premier Startup Awards Program - CIX Startup Awards 2026

About

The CIX Startup Awards 2026 is an esteemed competition for Canadian tech startups across various stages, offering significant recognition, networking opportunities with top investors, and a platform to showcase innovations at the CIX Summit in Toronto, enhancing brand visibility and growth potential.

Benefits

• 🏆Recognition
  Selection by a panel of over 100 top North American investors, gaining high recognition
• 🎤Event Access
  Opportunity to present to investors at the CIX Summit
• 🤝Investor Access
  Participation in 1:1 investor meetings for face-to-face discussions
• 📣Publicity Opportunities
  Media coverage and extensive promotion within the ecosystem
• 🎟️ Event Access
  Three tickets to the CIX Summit, including an exclusive meeting table
• 🎉VIP Events
  Invitation to VIP events with investors, businesses, and media (private dinners, TSX opening ceremony, etc.)
• 🌐Brand Visibility
  Permanent display on the CIX website with award badge to enhance brand influence

Eligibility Criteria

• Canadian tech startups
• Three categories: Emerging (annual revenue under CAD 2M, typically Pre-seed/Seed stage, established 0-2 years)
• Early (annual revenue CAD 2M to 10M, typically Series A/B, established 2-5 years)
• Growth (annual revenue over CAD 10M, typically Series C and beyond, established 5-10 years)

Target Sector

Technology

Target Location

Canada and North America