Kitchener-based ApplyBoard wins the CIX award for transforming student recruitment globally. At the core of ApplyBoard’s mission is to make education more inclusive by breaking down barriers for international students. In a fireside chat with an investor, ApplyBoard’s co-founder will share their ‘zig-zag’ road to success, lessons learned and advice for founders.

Founders/CEO's from award winning early- stage Canadian companies will present their innovation, followed by questions and commentary from leading investors. Companies announced in early September

Meeting Exchanges are CIX’s popular one-on-one, pre-booked meetings between founders and leading investors from North America and globally, who are the hosts. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for advice, building a relationship as well as potential funding partnership. Founders may pre-book up to three investor meetings through CIXchange from October 4th to 27. Investors’ investment preferences are noted in their profile. Please note, space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Founders may also join the wait line on-site to meet with available investors.

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a coffee, or catch up with delegates.

CIX celebrates the biggest Canadian startup stories of the year, companies with notable exits such as an IPO, recent acquisition or global domination. Hear from the CEO on lessons learned, insights and advice to other founders. Company will be announced in late August.

Founders/CEO's from award winning early- stage Canadian companies will present their innovation, followed by questions and commentary from leading investors.  Companies announced in early September.

Bring your questions for this Growth Hacking expert to help you reach your most ambitious goals. Seating is limited for an interactive conversation.

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a beverage, or catch up with delegates.

Get a comprehensive look of the current Canadian venture landscape to understand how it impacts your short-term goals. 

Presentations from Founders/CEO's of award winning cleantech companies who are making a difference in reducing GHG emissions globally.  Companies announced in early September.

CIX celebrates some of the biggest Canadian startup stories of the year, companies with notable exits such as an IPO, recent acquisition or global domination. Hear from the CEO on lessons learned, insights and advice to other founders. Company will be announced in late August.

Founders/CEO's from award winning early- stage Canadian companies will present their innovation, followed by questions and commentary from leading investors. Companies announced in early September. 

A leading expert will answer your questions on how you can build a data culture to drive success.  Seating is limited for an interactive conversation.

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a coffee, or catch up with delegates.

CIX celebrates some of the biggest Canadian startup stories of the year, companies with notable exits such as an IPO, recent acquisition or global domination. Hear from the CEO on lessons learned, insights and advice to other founders. Company will be announced in late August.

Founders will share their strategies for successful acquisition-focused growth.

Your opportunity to ask a serial entrepreneur their advice for raising your first round of financing. Seating is limited for an interactive conversation. 

Enjoy lunch while networking with founders, CEOs and investors.

Open to capital providers only. Enjoy lunch while reconnecting with investing partners and exploring new connections.

Founders/CEO's from award winning early- stage Canadian companies will present their innovation, followed by questions and commentary from leading investors. Companies announced in early September.

Meeting Exchanges are CIX’s popular one-on-one, pre-booked meetings between founders and leading investors from North America and globally, who are the hosts. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for advice, building a relationship as well as potential funding partnership. Founders may pre-book up to three investor meetings through CIXchange from October 4th to 27. Investors’ investment preferences are noted in their profile. Please note, space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Founders may also join the wait line on-site to meet with available investors.  

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a coffee, or catch up with delegates.

Founders/CEO's from award winning growth- stage Canadian companies will present their innovation, followed by questions and commentary from leading investors. Companies announced in early September.  

Your opportunity to ask an expert anything about WEB3! Seating is limited for an interactive conversation.    

Meeting Exchanges are CIX’s popular one-on-one, pre-booked meetings between founders and leading investors from North America and globally, who are the hosts. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for advice, building a relationship as well as potential funding partnership. Founders may pre-book up to three investor meetings through CIXchange from October 4th to 27. Investors’ investment preferences are noted in their profile. Please note, space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Founders may also join wait line on-site to meet with available investors.

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a coffee, or catch up with delegates.

Founders/CEO's from award winning growth- stage Canadian companies will present their innovation, followed by questions and commentary from leading investors. Companies announced in early September. 

Presentations by Founders/CEO's from the most innovative eastern Canada startups.  Companies announced in early September.

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a coffee, or catch up with delegates.

Bring your challenges and questions to ask a successful founder how to best manage a distributed workforce. Seating is limited for an interactive conversation.

CIX celebrates some of the biggest Canadian startup stories of the year, companies with notable exits such as an IPO, recent acquisition or global domination. Hear from the CEO on lessons learned, insights and advice to other founders. Company will be announced in mid August.

CIX celebrates some of the biggest Canadian startup stories of the year, companies with notable exits such as an IPO, recent acquisition or global domination. Hear from the CEO on lessons learned, insights and advice to other founders. Company will be announced in mid August.

Your opportunity to meet the presenting founders, grab a beverage, and catch up with delegates.