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Boston Tech and Life Sciences Canadian Technology Accelerator

January 1, 1900

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Varies.

Description

The Boston Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) is an award-winning program in a key innovation market. Boston is home to a world-leading biotechnology clusters and is supported by a strong tech landscape.

Eligible Applicants

We are seeking Canadian innovators who have:

  • a differentiated and validated technology or product
  • a revenue-generating business (exception for life sciences companies who must be seed or beyond, with over $1 million in non-dilutive and equity financing)
  • traction in the marketplace with at least a minimum viable product and quantifiable evidence of maturity (revenue, number of users or investment)
  • demonstrated product-market fit by defining your target audience and the problem you solve
  • a passionate, strong and committed management team with at least one senior manager (C-level or founder) who can commit to participating in the entire program, and a seasoned advisory board
  • clear objectives and a strategy for entering Boston along with matching key performance indicators
  • readiness to talk with potential partners
  • financial resources to cover in-market costs (if travel restrictions are lifted)

The TCS supports equality and diversity in trade. We strongly encourage companies led by Canadians of all backgrounds and orientations to apply.

Eligible Expenses

The CTA program includes:

  • strong mentorship and strategic advice from a team of high-level executives, successful entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and angel investors
  • introductions to industry leaders, investors, academia and research institutions and key private and governmental decision-makers
  • tailored education about the local market and how to do business in the United States (U.S.)
  • pitch and presentation coaching to help localize your messaging for the market
  • program and networking opportunities at world-class industry associations and leading accelerators
  • opportunities to present your technology to potential clients, partners and investor

Deadline Date

The Boston Tech and Life Sciences Canadian Technology Accelerator is currently closed for applications. This program operates with periodic intakes. The application deadline for the April to November 2026 program was February 27, 2026. Future application dates have not yet been announced. Please visit the official Trade Commissioner Service website for the most up-to-date information and guidelines.

Contact

Contact Name: Serban P. Georgescu, Trade Commissioner

E-mail Address: serban.georgescu@international.gc.ca

Website: https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/en/our-solutions/support-programs/canadian-technology-accelerators/boston-tech-life-sciences.html

Industry:

Export, Software/Technology

Location:

Alberta, British Colombia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, NWT, Ontario, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, USA, Yukon

Tags:

Businesses, Innovators

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