Our program is designed to propel tech companies toward global success.
From mentorship to market access, our exclusive offering gives you
everything you need to expand your business in Canada and
scale internationally.
This project is funded in part through the Scale-Up Platform
program, an initiative funded by the Government of Canada
through the Federal Economic Development Agency of
Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) and offered in partnership
with Communitech.
Why is Canada the best Launchpad for global expansion
World Class Talent
Canada boasts the #1 most educated workforce globally, with a particular focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). You’ll have access to some of the brightest minds in the industry, ensuring your company is positioned for growth and innovation.
Global Reach
With 15 free trade agreements, Canada opens the door to 1.5 billion consumers worldwide. As a company operating from Canada, you’ll have preferential access to key markets including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, giving you a significant competitive edge.
Perfect Test Market
Canada’s diverse and tech-savvy population, combined with its cultural alignment with the U.S., makes it an ideal testing ground for international expansion. Hundreds of global brands, like Google, Shopify, and McDonald's, use Canada as a launchpad to fine-tune their products before global rollouts.
Why Waterloo region is the best Tech Hub in Canada
Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education and is consistently ranked among the very best of Ontario’s colleges.
Offering over 270 full-time programs, including more than 100 graduate certificate programs across multiple campuses,
our approach to education is unique: small class sizes and hands-on, project-based learning, with a focus on experiential
and work-integrated learning.
