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Glance Technologies Selected for VanFUNDING 2016 Pitching Showcase
Glance Technologies Inc Release | Oct 3, 2016
October 3, 2016 – Vancouver, B.C. – Glance Technologies Inc. (CSE:GET / FKT:GJT) is pleased to announce that the company has been selected to participate in VanFUNDING’s annual showcase on October 18, 2016.
Glance’s selection was based on several key criteria including: the company’s core mission and product; the relevant expertise within the company’s management team; demonstrable success in target outcome areas; operational history and a business model that demonstrates understanding of operational, financial and strategic plans.
VanFUNDING 2016 will feature a full day program with capital market innovators, investors and enablers in the Canadian fintech and alternative finance markets. The conference will cover current and emerging topics in crowdfunding, alternative finance, technology, and early-stage financing. VanFUNDING 2016 is hosted by the National Crowdfunding Association of Canada, a non-profit and solutions-based organization that provides education, research, advocacy, support and leadership to Canadian crowdfunding communities.
Register for VanFUNDING Oct 18th, 2016: Where Fintech Crowdfunding Conference
Glance is very excited to present Glance Pay, the company’s mobile restaurant payment application, to the fintech community. Payment technology is one of the fastest growing markets, with mobile payment revenues estimated to rise to $2.3 trillion by 2019.1 Glance is eager to become the next big fintech story and VanFUNDING’s 2016
Pitching Showcase is the perfect opportunity to increase Glance Pay’s exposure within the crowdfunding community.
“It's a real honour to be chosen to pitch at this event as fintech becomes the focus of investors and consumers,” says Glance’s Chief Operating Officer Penny Green, "Fintech companies have really exploded onto the scene with the industry experiencing billions of dollars in growth. I attended this event last year and it was well organized and informative. This event is an excellent opportunity for investors to learn about the some fast growing fintech companies at the venture stage.”
For more information about VanFUNDING’s upcoming event see: http://vanfundingconf.ca/.
About Glance Technologies Inc.
Glance Technologies owns and operates Glance Pay, a streamlined payment system that allows customers to pay their restaurant bill instantly with their mobile device. Glance Pay aims to revolutionize how smartphone users choose where to dine, settle their restaurant bills, access their payment records and interact with their favourite restaurants. Glance Pay intends to become the industry standard as one of the four pillars in restaurant payments, beside credit cards, debit cards and cash. Glance trades on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol GET.
For more information about Glance, please go to www.glance.tech or www.glancepay.com and follow Glance
Technologies and Glance Pay on Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
1 FT.com, “Financial industry faces extreme disruption in payments”, online at www.ft.com.
For more information, contact:
Christina Rao
Vice President, Investor Relations (604) 723-7480 christina@glancepay.com
Canada at Crowdfunding Tipping Point – VanFUNDING 2016 scheduled for Oct. 18th in Vancouver
NCFA Canada | Team #VanFUNDING 2016 | Sep 20, 2016
2nd Annual Fintech & Crowdfunding Conference helps startups and scaleups raise capital
VANCOUVER, BC – September 20, 2016 – In one month, the National Crowdfunding Association of Canada (NCFA) will host the 2nd annual VanFUNDING 2016, expanded this year to an interactive full day format and being held at The Imperial in downtown Vancouver.
#VanFUNDING 2016 is all about igniting online and alternative venture funding markets in Canada providing opportunities for startups and scaleups seeking to accelerate access to private capital markets, investors, and partners to expand their networks. The agenda covers hot topics in global crowdfunding, fresh fintech research, and venture investing via an immersive format of storytelling, expert panels, pitches and networking.
Apply to Pitch your Startup or Growth Venture Today – Deadline Sept. 25th! Showcase your business to investors, enablers and the crowd to fundraise, network and scale.
Globally, crowdfunding markets more than doubled in 2015 to $34B. Building off this explosive growth and last year’s sold-out event, VanFUNDING 2016 will feature success stories, key players, best practices, new developments and international thought leaders like Sherwood (Woody) Neiss of Crowdfund Capital Advisors and many other alternative finance experts.
VanFUNDING 2016 will feature a prominent UK financier and keynote speaker, Bundeep Rangar, CEO of Finequia, an international platform for financing debt securities who noted,
“The convergence of technology with shareholder-based finance in the form of equity and debt crowdfunding will propel the economic dominance of the early adopters. Will others, such as Canada, follow quickly or risk being left out of this undeniable fintech-led transformation of private and public markets?"
As a co-founder of the Crowdfund Investing movement, Woody commented,
“Canada may be at a tipping point for securities-based crowdfunding. I’m excited to be part of this conference where I will be sharing key global data analysis and trends in crowdfunding. Let’s make sure Canada isn’t left out of the jobs and innovation engine of the future!”
Still, this tipping point requires the education, connections and advocacy that VanFUNDING 2016 offers participants. As NCFA Canada Executive Director Craig Asano points out,
“While the Canadian crowdfunding industry grew to over $130 million in 2015, nationally, it’s crucial for the entire financial ecosystem to support and collaborate with emerging alternative finance markets. Otherwise, we run the risk of falling further behind other nations who are successfully developing a new funding framework that has proven itself internationally.”
Other vital fintech topics will cover rewards, debt and equity crowdfunding including real estate funding; blockchain; new financial technology innovations; impact investing; market provisioning and infrastructure; legal and financial considerations and crowdfunding’s impact on angel investment and venture capital funds.
Get involved in VanFUNDING 2016!
- Are you the next Fintech rock star? Qualified industry leaders, or successful crowdfunders, apply to speak here; or
- Build your brand’s profile, gain access and help shape the industry (view Partnership Opportunities); or
- Help make the event day outstanding, apply to volunteer here; or
- Media passes available here for accredited media representatives.
For an evolving list of 50+ conference participants, speakers and event schedule visit the VanFUNDING 2016 conference website.
Early bird registration tickets are open now (limited quantity)
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The National Crowdfunding Association of Canada (NCFA Canada) is a cross-Canada non-profit actively engaged with both social and investment crowdfunding stakeholders across the country. NCFA Canada provides education, research, leadership, support and networking opportunities to over 1300+ members and works closely with industry, government, academia, community and eco-system partners and affiliates to create a strong and vibrant crowdfunding industry in Canada. Learn more at ncfacanada.org.
For more information, please contact:
Media Contact:
Craig Asano
Executive Director
casano@ncfacanada.org
416 618 0254
@NCFACanada
Toronto Seminar (Sep 15, 2016): Are you ready to dive into equity crowdfunding?
Dentons Canada | Carla Vasquez | Aug 17, 2016
Join thought leaders, fast-rising entrepreneurs, business owners, and industry professionals at this enlightening panel discussion. Our distinguished panel is uniquely qualified to provide you with the information you need to raise capital from the crowd efficiently and effectively. At the end of this event you will have the in-depth knowledge you need to dive right in!
Refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you there for an afternoon of insights and opportunities.
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2016
Agenda:
Registration: 4:00‑4:30 p.m.
Panel session: 4:30‑5:30 p.m.
Networking: 5:30‑6 p.m.
Venue: Dentons
77 King Street West
5th Floor
Toronto, ON | Map
Speakers:
- Jason Saltzman, Partner, Dentons Canada LLP
- Robert Gold, Managing Partner, Bennett Gold LLP, Chartered Accountants
- Rubsun Ho, CEO, Crowdmatrix
Moderator:
- Craig Asano, Founder and Executive Director, National Crowdfunding Association of Canada
For additional information and to register to confirm your attendance, please visit our website.
June 1: Enterprise Toronto Small Business Money Forum 2016
Enterprise Toronto | May 13, 2016
Looking for ways to fund your business? Want to understand how to get access to credit? Interested in understanding market conditions so that you can build your customer base? Join TD and the City of Toronto for a full-day session focused on helping small and medium-sized businesses get connected to financial resources to help them grow and succeed.
OVERVIEW
Small Business June Money Forum
Date: June 1, 2016
Time: From 9:30AM to 3:00PM (EDT)
Location: Toronto City Hall (Council Chambers)
Address: 100 Queen Street. West, 3rd Floor, Toronto ON M5H 2N2
Cost: Early Bird: $15 | Regular Tickets: $25
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & TRENDS
Keynote: Startup Opportunities: Know When to Quit Your Day Job
Dr. Sean Wise has been assessing start-up opportunities for more than two decades. He has witnessed more than 30,000 pitches and participated in more than 500 start-up launches. Come and learn:
- If your new venture doesn't follow 10x Rule, you should not quit your day job and why;
- How early customer development can transform a good idea into a great opportunity;
- Which opportunities are worth selling everything for.
Panel Discussion: Crowdfuding: Stories from the Frontline
Planning a crowdfunding campaign? Listen and learn to crowdfunding successes and failures so that your campaign be successful.
Moderated by: Craig Asano, Founder / Executive Director, National Crowdfunding Association of Canada
Panelists include:
Viktor Grabovsky, CEO / Co-Founder, ForeverSpin • Adam Paulin, CEO, Thin Ice • Richard Tuck, CEO, Riipen
AFTERNOON BREAK OUT SESSIONS
Crowdfunding 101: A Comprehensive Overview of Crowdfunding
This break-out session will provide a comprehensive overview of crowdfunding and opportunities for small businesses. For entrepreneurs looking to leverage crowdfunding, the session will assist with your planning and strategy, building interest and demand, managing post-campaign promises, as well as managing your risks.
Start-Up Financing for Entrepreneurs Aged 18 to 39
Starting a business or recently started one? Looking for financing and mentoring support? Obtaining financing and the right support are critical to the success of your business when first starting out and Futurpreneur Canada can help. Futurpreneur Canada has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s young enterprise for nearly two decades, providing financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners. In this session, you will learn how you can get your application started!
Non-Traditional Funding Sources: Finding Ways to Fund Your Business
As an entrepreneur, accessing capital to grow your business is crucial, but often the banks can't lend to you because you don't fit their credit criteria. Your business is either too new, too small or is in an industry that the bank doesn't understand. How do you find funding when your bank can't fund your business? We will explore creative ways to fund your business with options ranging from debt vs equity, asset based vs cash flow based, personal vs commercial loans and provide specific examples of where you can find alternative financing.
Building Your Start-Up Financials Plan
If you want to build a successful business, it’s important to know your numbers if you are looking to secure funding. In this session, you’ll learn to calculate your start-up costs, test the viability of your business idea, and develop financial forecasts that will help you obtain the best financing for your business.
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The National Crowdfunding Association of Canada (NCFA Canada) is a cross-Canada non-profit actively engaged with both social and investment crowdfunding stakeholders across the country. NCFA Canada provides education, research, leadership, support and networking opportunities to over 1300+ members and works closely with industry, government, academia, community and eco-system partners and affiliates to create a strong and vibrant crowdfunding industry in Canada. Learn more at ncfacanada.org.
Toronto Networking (Jun 1, 2016): Fintech Crowdfunding Summer Kickoff Event
NCFA Canada | May 11, 2016
Summer Kickoff Networking Event!
Join the NCFA, Crowdmatrix and Extreme Accelerator and our amazing sponsors that support Financial Innovation such as InvestNextDoor, HiveWire, Borrowell and CoinSquare for a summer kickoff networking night for the fintech crowdfunding community in the heart of the financial district in Toronto.
Cast off the winter blues and head up to the EVP Rooftop patio for sweeping panoramic views and some frosty Highlander Brew and delicious Quidni Estates Wine. Interested in disrupting the finance industry, raising capital or setting up the new fintech VC index fund? Here's a perfect opportunity to mingle with founders and leading experts of fintech startups, and like-minded investors. Strategize with colleagues, friends and potential partners to propel your venture to the next milestone in one of Canada's fastest growing sectors.
Event Details:
June 1, 2015 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
Location: Extreme Venture Partners (Rooftop patio)
Address: 67 Yonge Street, 16th Floor, Toronto, ON M5E 1J8 (map)
Actual Panoramic view
Registration and Ticket Prices:
$20 Early Crowd (SOLD OUT)
$25 Entrepreneurs and Investors (SOLD OUT)
$30 Standard Tickets (SOLD OUT)
(Some Tickets Available At the Door $35)
All tickets include entrance, food and drinks
Add 13% HST (we'll cover Picatic and payment processing fees)
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Who is this event for?
This event is for entrepreneurs and investors in the fintech crowdfunding community: NCFA members, partners and affiliates, as well as anyone interested in networking and collaborating with startups, private angel investors, early stage VC's and experts in the crowdfunding, fintech and alternative finance sectors such as funding portals, frictionless finance, infrastructure, marketing automation, credit/risk, payments, crypto, blockchain, trust & transparency, IoT and big data.
About National Crowdfunding Association of Canada
The National Crowdfunding Association of Canada (NCFA Canada) is a cross-Canada non-profit actively engaged with both social and investment crowdfunding stakeholders across the country. NCFA Canada provides education, research, leadership, support and networking opportunities to over 1300+ members and works closely with industry, government, academia, community and eco-system partners and affiliates to create a strong and vibrant crowdfunding industry in Canada. Learn more at ncfacanada.org.
About Crowdmatrix
Crowdmatrix Inc. is building an online equity crowdfunding platform that, when launched, will facilitate capital-raising by bringing together companies seeking private funding and sophisticated investors that are willing to back them. A portfolio company of Extreme Venture Partners, Crowdmatrix will leverage technology to provide entrepreneurs and growth companies with an efficient marketplace where they can find capital, close deals and fund their ambitions. For more information please visit www.crowdmatrix.co.
About Extreme Venture Partners
Extreme Venture Partners (EVP) is one of Canada’s most successful venture capital funds over the past decade. With its focus on mobile, EVP I (launched in 2007) achieved superior investment returns while helping to launch and help grow more than 20 companies which ultimately lead to over 1000 well paying technology jobs in Canada. For more information please visit www.evp.vc.
About HiveWire
HiveWire is a triple-bottom line enterprise focused on accelerating the adoption of clean technology solutions, as well as enabling social enterprises, by assisting with the efficient allocation of capital to companies and projects. We help organizations access the power of the crowd through the application of innovative technology. Our overall goal is to facilitate connections between investors and opportunities by developing integrated ecosystems that generate shared value. For more information please visit www.hivewire.ca.
About InvestNextDoor
We’ve hit the reset button on borrowing and investing. We make small business lending profitable for banks, credit unions and even consumers. Our marketplace and lending-as-a-service solutions automate and improve each step of the lending lifecycle, from finding the right businesses, to ensuring white-glove post-loan servicing. We make sure the experience is painless and profitable for everyone. For more information please visit www.investnextdoor.ca.
About Borrowell
Borrowell is an online marketplace lending platform that provides responsible Canadians with better borrowing options. Our online application process is simple and caters to Canadians with good credit scores who want a better alternative to high interest rates on credit cards and avoid the inconvenience of bank loans. The loans are funded by carefully selected institutional investors, allowing us to offer better rates, better service and a better customer experience. For more information please visit www.borrowell.com.
About CoinSquare
Coinsquare is changing how people use and save their money by combining bitcoin, ethereum, physical gold and silver on one simple to use platform. It features full order books, instant coin-to-coin conversions and mark to market reporting. Fund your account today in Canadian or US dollar and leap into the digital economy. For more information please visit www.coinsquare.io.
About Highlander Brew Co
Highlander Brew Co. is located in South River, Ontario, in the Almaguin Highlands from which Highlander takes its name. The brewery began operations in 2009 when Brewmaster Brian Wilson made the brewery’s first beer, a traditional Scottish Ale. For more information please visit www.highlanderbrewco.com.
About Quidni Estate Winery
Before it all began we looked at each other and asked: Why not? We took a chance, rolled up our sleeves, and poured everything we knew into an age-old process. With a desire to create something that would fuel conversation over delicious meals and bring good people together, we set out to make outstanding wine. Each bottle of Quidni Estate wine celebrates the philosophy of taking risks, leaving excuses at the door, and living life to the fullest. Ask yourself why not - and see where it takes you. For more information please visit www.quidniwine.com.
See you there!
Interested in getting involved as a sponsor or as a Volunteer?
If you'd like to get involved with this event please contact us at info@ncfacanada.org.
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Terms & Conditions
1. All tickets include door entrance, food and beverages. Add 13% HST to all tickets.
2. Refund policy: No refunds are available after May 18, 2016. Credit can be applied where applicable.
2. Rain policy: If it rains, we'll choose another day.
Seminar Toronto (June 9): Rapid Fire Crowdfinancing Opportunities For Raising Capital Online 101+
OVERVIEW
Date: June 9, 2016
Venue: DMZ at Ryerson University
10 Dundas St. E., 6th Floor, Toronto, M5B 2G9 (map)
Time: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Registration: $50 Early Bird / $65 members / $75 non-members
All tickets include coffee and refreshments. Add 13% HST.
(Limited Tickets - Reserve your seat Today!)
Crowdfunding for Business and IP Seminar
Investment Crowdfunding markets are rapidly evolving and democratizing the ability for startups and SMEs to access capital online with the US alternative finance market surging to $36 billion in 2015. On Jan 25-2016, the integrated crowdfunding exemption (multilateral 45-108) was enacted in 5 provinces (+SK pending) including Ontario. Boost your knowledge of the Crowdfunding industry and your ability to protect and advocate for your clients who are considering becoming a Crowdfunding investor, creating a business startup, or commencing a crowdfunding raise or portal. In this 2-hour seminar, you will gain a greater understanding of the crowdfunding rules and legislation implemented by the Ontario Securities Commission, along with information on available financing options, and a range of key business and intellectual property considerations.
Learn from the experts! Register now to take advantage of relevant and timely information that will help you and your clients navigate the quickly emerging and lucrative crowdfunding industry.
AGENDA
8:00 am Registration & Coffee and Refreshments
8:30 am Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:35 am Crowdfunding Financing Options
8:55 am Regulatory Perspectives
9:15 am Protecting Your Business, Investment and Portal
9:30 am Trademarks, Patents, Copyright and Privacy Rights
9:45 am Question and Answer Session
10:00 am Program Ends
Questions you can expect to be answered?
- How to protect yourself as an investor considering participating in an offering?
- How to protect your business when dealing with a portal?
- How do I register and comply as a funding portal under Multilateral Instrument 45-108 (integrated crowdfunding exemption) and how does it affect portals and startups?
- What are the latest Crowdfinancing market developments and venture funding options?
- What are key considerations when working with an online portal?
- What are the operational requirements under National Instrument 31-103 for EMDs operating as a DB-portal and how does it affect portals and startups?
- How to protect your portal when it comes to dealing with startups and investors?
- What are key trademark, privacy and IP considerations for startups raising capital online and ways to protect your business?
Speakers
RUBSUN HO, Chief Crowdpleaser, Crowdmatrix Inc.
Rubsun Ho is the Chief Crowdpleaser at Crowdmatrix Inc., an equity crowdfunding platform that will bring efficiency and transparency to the capital raising process for Canadian growth companies. A portfolio company of Extreme Venture Partners, Crowdmatrix plans to launch in late spring, 2015. Rubsun is also a co-founder and partner of Cognition LLP, a virtual law firm that was created to address the rising costs and inefficiencies of corporate legal services from traditional law firms. Cognition now has over 50 lawyers operating in Toronto, Ottawa and Calgary, and its clients range from growing startups through to some of Canada’s largest companies.
ZULF KARIM, Regional Head of Business Development, TSX Private Markets
Zulf Karim is the Head of Business Development at TSX Private Markets, a platform that provides access to the Canadian exempt market. It facilitates the raising of capital through brokered, private placement financings for both private and public companies and secondary trading of private company securities and public company "hold period" securities.
ELIZABETH TOPP, Senior Legal Counsel, Compliance and Registration, OSC
GLORIA TSANG, Legal Counsel, Compliance and Registrant Regulation Branch, Ontario Securities Commission.
In her role as legal counsel, Gloria is responsible for advising on the registration regime in Ontario (National Instrument 31-103 Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations and related instruments) and for reviewing and making recommendations in response to applications for exemptions from registration requirements under the Securities Act (Ontario) and the Commodity Futures Act. Gloria also participates in reviews of registration applications and registrants to determine if they are in compliance with securities laws and acts as a legal resource on registration and compliance issues to other staff and industry participants. Gloria was part of the OSC team that worked with the other jurisdictions in the development of Multilateral Instrument 45-108 Crowdfunding. Gloria holds a law degree from the Queen’s University and is a member of CPA Ontario.
JASON SALTZMAN, Partner, Dentons Canada LLP
Jason Saltzman practices corporate finance and securities law, with an emphasis on securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital transactions, as well as all other aspects of corporate and securities law.Jason works with both established and emerging companies world-wide, primarily in the mining, technology, life science, cleantech (including renewable energy, water tech and ag tech), industrial, mid-tech and digital media and entertainment sectors. He assists issuers, investment dealers, and institutional and private investors on complex equity and debt financing transactions, ranging from start-up investments, venture capital and private equity investments, to larger public offerings and project finance.
ANDREW CURRIER, Partner, PKCIP
Andrew is a recognized leader in intellectual property, combining experience in industry, law and academia before co-founding PCK. Andrew’s industry experience includes General Counsel for a publicly-traded flat-panel display company, IP counsel for a Silicon Valley start-up, and engineer for the automotive industry. In law, Andrew practised for several years with three of Canada’s national firms. In academia, Andrew held a teaching appointment as Adjunct Professor at Western University in London Ontario, teaching patent law from 2000-2007. Cited by the Supreme Court of Canada, he is also co-author (with Stephen Perry) of Canadian Patent Law (2nd ed. Butterworths, 2014) the first text on Canadian patent law by practitioners in over thirty years.
Why attend this seminar?
- This is essential knowledge for any one interested in emerging Canadian crowdfunding markets
- Expert content delivered by speakers that 'live and breath' the topics being discussed every day
- Rapid learning format. Get exposure to the most important elements in a short period of time
- Opportunity to ask questions and answers at the end of the seminar
- This workshop qualifies for two (2) hours of substantive continuing professional development credits
Who should attend this seminar?
- Retail and accredited investors, angel investors, VC groups and affiliates, fund managers
- Professionals, advisors, crowdfinance decision makers and entreprepreneurial and innovation networks in Canada's fast growing crowdfunding industry
- Startups and SME businesses interested in raising capital from crowdfinancing markets that want to learn about regulations and how to protect themselves and the interests of their investors
- Prospective funding portals or EMDs looking to move their practice online
Exclusive deal with purchase (bonus)
Attend this CPD Seminar and GET 25% Discount off our annual NCFA-EVP Rooftop Summer Kickoff Networking Event that takes place a week before the CPD course on Jun 1st from 5:30-9:00pm.
Network in style with investors and entrepreneurs passionate about crowdfunding, fintech, and alternative finance. It's an event you don't want to miss!
Early bird tickets available now...
The National Crowdfunding Association of Canada (NCFA Canada) is a cross-Canada non-profit actively engaged with both social and investment crowdfunding stakeholders across the country. NCFA Canada provides education, research, leadership, support and networking opportunities to over 1300+ members and works closely with industry, government, academia, community and eco-system partners and affiliates to create a strong and vibrant crowdfunding industry in Canada. Learn more at ncfacanada.org.
54 Hour Event (Apr 22 – 24, 2016): Startup Weekend Toronto
Startup Weekend Toronto | Edwin J. Frondozo | March 24, 2016
Event Overview
NCFA Canada is a proud community partner of Startup Weekend Toronto which is a 54-hour event from April 22 - 24, 2016, which helps educate, support, and empower people to become entrepreneurs. Check out this video for more information: http://vimeo.com/32424882.
Startup Weekend Toronto
Where: Bitmaker Labs
When: April 22 - 24, 2016
NCFA 10% Discount Code: partner10
Register with code now
How does it work?
We begin on Friday night with open-mic pitches, where participants get 60 seconds to pitch their ideas to the crowd and try to recruit the best talent in the room! Teams form around the most exciting/viable ideas, and spend the rest of the night planning for the battle ahead. The whole of Saturday and much of Sunday) is a mad dash to build, validate, pivot, polish and test your idea. The weekend culminates with a pitch-night where teams present their startup to a panel of judges, guests and fellow participants. At the end of it all, a winner is crowned and everyone celebrates over a few casual drinks and gets a chance to network before saying goodbye!
Get Involved
We are putting spotlight on an issue that is in need of ideas. Come join us if you are a programmer, designer, environmentalist, developer, marketer, researcher, student, engineer or an entrepreneurial spirit. If you already have an idea, this is your opportunity to move forward with it and form a team. If you don't have an idea but want to get involved, then come and join someone else's team!
Prizes include:
- One full tuition credit in the next Founder Institue (FI) Toronto or Waterloo program, valued at US$1,000, contingent on the team member(s) being accepted by the FI Admissions team.
- Ticket to Traction Conference 2016 in Vancouver, Canada's largest Startup conference focusing on early stage growth (airfare and accommodations not included).
- Focus Framework by Justin Wilcox from CustomerDevLabs to help you on your validation journey to find product/market fit.
About Startup Weekend
Startup Weekend will take place on April 22 - 24, 2016 at Bitmaker Labs. Startup Weekend is a 54-hour event, which helps educate, support, and empower people to become entrepreneurs. Feel free to check out this video for more information: http://vimeo.com/32424882.
Startup Weekends are 54-hour events designed to provide superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs. Beginning with Friday night pitches and continuing through brainstorming, business plan development, and basic prototype creation, Startup Weekends culminate in Sunday night demos and presentations. Participants create working startups during the event and are able to collaborate with like-minded individuals outside of their daily networks. All teams hear talks by industry leaders and receive valuable feedback from local entrepreneurs. The weekend is centered around action, innovation, and education. Whether you are looking for feedback on a idea, a co-founder, specific skill sets, or a team to help you execute, Startup Weekends are the perfect environment in which to test your idea and take the first steps towards launching your own startup.
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The National Crowdfunding Association of Canada (NCFA Canada) is a cross-Canada non-profit actively engaged with both social and investment crowdfunding stakeholders across the country. NCFA Canada provides education, research, leadership, support and networking opportunities to over 1300+ members and works closely with industry, government, academia, community and eco-system partners and affiliates to create a strong and vibrant crowdfunding industry in Canada. Learn more About Us or visit ncfacanada.org.
