Digital Technology to Canada

Expressions of interest open on 17 November 2025 and close on 14 December 2025 at 11:59PM AEDT.

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About the event

Web Summit is recognised as the world's premier technology conference connecting CEOs, founders and investors, serving as a critical platform for networking, buyer and supplier exposure, and securing investment. Gain insights from industry, government, and innovators into Vancouver’s technology sector (a major North American technology hub) and develop a broader understanding of Canada’s technology landscape.

The Web Summit Vancouver will run over 4 days from 11 – 14 May 2026.

The Vancouver event typically attracts over 20,000 attendees, more than 700 investors and participation from over 1,500 start-ups. The trade mission will give participants direct engagements with global investors, innovation departments and key decision makers from Canada, North America and worldwide.

These engagements will be supported through tailored business matching and exclusive networking opportunities.

Key dates

Web Summit, Vancouver 11–14 May 2026. 

In-person attendance by a company representative is compulsory.

Why you should apply

Develop a first-hand understanding of the Canadian ecosystem for technology, through engagement with investors, corporate buyers and potential partners representing a global hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI) research, venture capital and technological adaptation.
Learn from representatives from Canadian government and industry on how to leverage Canada as a North American springboard to scale across a AUD $2.6 trillion market.
Gain access to the industry ecosystem and decision makers from key stakeholders to understand the opportunities for technology opportunities at business meetings and networking events held during the event.
Present your product/service offerings to potential customers and partners through networking opportunities and meetings at Web Summit.
Build credibility and visibility for your business in the 9th largest economy in the world supported by the NSW Government.
Receive tailored support from NSW government onshore and offshore representatives to strengthen your market strategy into Canada.

What types of business should apply?

This trade mission is suitable for NSW businesses that:

Provide products, services and solutions for the technology industry including, but not limited to, the following areas:
o    Artificial Intelligence
o    Cleantech
o    Digital Health
o    Fintech
o    Enterprise SaaS
o    Cybersecurity
o    Digital Media
o    Gaming & Creative
o    Govtech
Have commercially ready product or service.
Have a website featuring the product or service.
Have resources to support marketing and development for a new market.

Eligibility

The applicant business must meet core eligibility criteria for this mission including: 

1. Have a demonstrated NSW footprint

Have headquarters in NSW (or demonstrated footprint in NSW and business activity that benefits NSW).

Have a valid Australian Business Number (ABN) registered in NSW (or business activity that demonstrates benefit to NSW.

The product or service must be produced primarily in NSW OR a demonstrated footprint in NSW and business activity that benefits NSW and commitment to expand in NSW.

The applicant business produces and owns their own brand (the program is not for aggregators/traders or consultants).

2. Demonstrate capacity to scale and market suitability

Have demonstrated scalability and capacity to deliver on export opportunities.

Have a suitable product for the identified market and capable to grow through export activity in the identified new market.

3. Agree to the Terms and Conditions of participation in the mission

Be willing to accept the conditions of participation in the mission and travel to the selected market.

Repeating applicants must demonstrate previous commitment and participation in Investment NSW export support programs, including reporting outcomes, and an ongoing commitment to deliver on previous support.

Other eligibility criteria:

Have raised or will be raising at the Series A stage in the near future.

Already identified targets or existing customers in Canada.

Clear demonstration of product-market-fit and competitive landscape.

Commitment to scale to Canada within the next 12 months.

What is included

Investment NSW will support businesses to be part of the NSW delegates at Web Summit, which includes:

Pre-event briefing and preparations (i.e. market intelligence and regulatory guidance).
Tickets to attend Web Summit.
Bespoke business matching service, tailored to your product and market objectives.
In-market support from Investment NSW’s Trade and Investment Director, Canada.
Ongoing one-to-one support with a dedicated Investment NSW Export Advisor following the conclusion of the program.
Networking event.

Please note: Costs will not include airfares, accommodation, travel insurance, visas, meals, ground transport, any cost associated with freight for product samples and any additional cost that are considered out of scope of the core offer.

About the selection process

Investment NSW will select participants through a merit-based assessment process. Where there are more applicants than places available, places on the mission will be offered to those applicants most suitable for the mission and new to the mission/market.

How to apply

Apply now

Applications open on 17 November and close on 14 December 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT.

Contact

For any further information, please contact:

Chris Evans, Senior Export Advisor. Investment NSW: Chris.Evans@investment.nsw.gov.au