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?
Our goal is to provide Canadian digital media entrepreneurs with access to unique resources and contacts to accelerate the growth of their start-up on a global scale.
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
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.
Participants will benefit from a 3-month program that offers:
- Three-month communal membership at General Assembly,
- Orientation program with access to mentors, and business & investor contacts,
- Participation in a Demo Day.
Is My Company Eligible?
Applicants must be Canadian clients of the Trade Commissioner Service. Ideal candidates are product-ready digital media start-ups with high-growth potential that have a strategic interest in the NYC market.
Selection criteria will include:
- High-growth potential and proven traction,
- Ability to leverage opportunities in the NYC market to achieve the next stage of growth,
- Fit, in terms of sub-sector specialization and business needs, with the CTA@NYC mentor community.
The Fine Print
Companies are responsible for their visas, as well as expenses related to travel, living/lodging and business operations in the US.
How Do I Apply?
Applications for Group 5 are being accepted until January 25th at midnight.
The Trade Commissioner Service at the Consulate General of Canada in New York will be issuing calls for applications and selecting six (6) participating companies on a quarterly basis during 2013.
Key Dates
| Recruitment / Selection | CTA @ NYC | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Call for Application | Selection of Participants | Start Date | End Date | |
GROUP 5 | Jan 14-25, 2013 | Feb 2012 | Mar 4, 2013 | June 4, 2013 |
GROUP 6 | March 2013 | June 5, 2013 | Sept 3, 2013 | |
GROUP 7 | June 2013 | Sept 4, 2013 | Dec 3, 2013 | |
GROUP 8 | Sept 2013 | Dec 5, 2013 | Mar 5, 2014 | |
To receive the call for application, please write to venturenorth@international.gc.ca
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