The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service is pleased to launch a first ever Canadian Technology Accelerator initiative in New York City (CTA @ NYC)
Canadian Technology Accelerator Initiative in New York City (CTA @ NYC)
[CTA Digital Media New York City]
What is the CTA @ NYC?
Overview
The CTA @ NYC is a unique 3-month program that offers resources to accelerate a start-up’s integration into the New York market and fast-track global growth.
The program runs a competitive application process to identify cohorts of six (6) start-ups* on a quarterly basis.
Successful applicants benefit from:
- Communal membership at General Assembly for one founder.
- 3-day Orientation Program with access to mentors, and business & investor contacts,
- 2-day Mid-term Program with additional mentoring opportunities and participation in a Demo Day at AppNexus.
* Three (3) additional start-ups are invited to join the cohort for mentoring sessions ONLY (these companies do not receive communal membership or present during Demo Day).
Why Participate?
As the world’s capital for advertising, media, commerce, financial services and innovation, New York City is increasingly taking center-stage as a hot-bed for internet-based technology entrepreneurship.
The CTA @ NYC is geared to supporting start-ups looking to achieve the following business objectives in the NYC market:
- Strengthening angel / VC investor networks
- Landing a marquee client / strategic partnerships
- Exploring expansion of business development operations into NYC
How Do I Apply?
Calls for applications are issued on a quarterly basis. To receive future calls for applications, please sign-up here.
Key Dates
Recruitment / Selection | CTA @ NYC | |||
Call for Application | Selection of Participants | Start Date | End Date | |
GROUP 7 | Week of June 17 2013 | Week of July 15 2013 | Sept 4, 2013 | Dec 3, 2013 |
GROUP 8 | Week of Sept 16 2013 | Week of Oct 14 2013 | Dec 5, 2013 | Mar 5, 2014 |
GROUP 9 | Week of Jan 6 2014 | Week of Jan 27 2014 | Mar 6, 2014 | Jun 3, 2014 |
GROUP 10 | Week of Feb 17 2014 | Week of Mar 17 2014 | Jun 4, 2014 | Sept 2, 2014 |
GROUP 11 | Week of Sept 15 2014 | Week of Oct 13 2014 | Sept 3, 2014 | Dec 2, 2014 |
Is My Company Eligible?
Ideal candidates are product-ready digital media start-ups with high-growth potential that have a strategic interest in the NYC market. All applicants must be Canadian clients of the Trade Commissioner Service.
Through the application process, companies will be asked to demonstrate the following:
• Strong founding team and functioning product
• High-growth potential and proven traction
• Unique technology/business model relevant to industries of strength in NYC
• Ability to leverage opportunities in the NYC market to achieve growth
• Fit – in terms of sub-sector and business needs – with CTA@NYC mentors
• Commitment to attending programming & to spending time in NYC
Companies that are beyond 25 employees, or are gearing up for a Series B are considered beyond start-up stage for the purposes of the CTA and will be best served by other programming at the Consulate.
The Fine Print
Companies are responsible for their visas, as well as expenses related to travel, living/lodging and business operations in the US.
Recent News
- September 7: Harper Government Helps More Innovative Canadian Start-ups Access Capital, Know-how and Key Contacts in Dynamic New York City Market
- June 14: Harper Government Helps Canadian Start-ups Access New York City Market While Fostering Innovation
February 21: Harper Government Helps Launch Canadian Start-Ups in Dynamic New York City Market
- Read and share more stories about Canada’s activities around the world - follow Eyes Abroad.
