The Canadian Technology Accelerator in Boston
CTA@Boston: Helping to grow your business from “The Hub!”
The CTA@Boston connects your business to the unique resources and contacts needed to accelerate your growth.
Accelerator candidates are small to mid-sized Canadian life sciences and ICT (including Health IT, robotics, sensor technologies and Green-IT) companies, with initial traction in the market, differentiated technology, and the potential to scale the business. CTA@Boston provides access to:
- Strategic partnerships
- New customers
- Financing opportunities
- A soft landing for setting up a local business development office
CTA@Boston services include:
- Office space amongst inspired and like-minded global entrepreneurs
- Introductions to experienced mentors and advisors including successful Canadian executive expatriates
- Access to industry leaders, venture capitalists and other key resources
- Networking events with potential partners and investors
- Additional connections from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
CTA@Boston is located within the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC), overlooking the MIT campus in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Kendall Square features one of the highest concentrations of life sciences and technology companies in the world as well as leading venture capital firms. Currently, more than 500 technology businesses benefit from CIC’s flexible office space and innovative business services.
Canadian companies selected for placement in the CTA@Boston are engaged in a three month intensive program and receive workspace, advisory, and connection services facilitated and covered by the Consulate. Participating companies are responsible for travel, legal status in the US, living and lodging expenses.
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service manages the Canadian Technology Accelerators (CTA) in Boston, New York and Silicon Valley, the global clusters for technology and entrepreneurship.
For more information, please contact:
Consulate General of Canada in Boston | New England
Three Copley Place, Suite 400, Boston, MA 02116
Email: boston.commerce@international.gc.ca
