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Whether you're building, scaling, or investing, this is where the next generation of legends takes shape.
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AccelerateOTT Returns June 11, 2026
June 11th, Ottawa becomes the epicentre of bold ideas, strategic insights, and venture-scale energy. AccelerateOTT brings together the sharpest minds in tech and entrepreneurship for a full day of actionable content, electric conversations, and game-changing connections. With sessions laser-focused on growth, funding, and innovation, and the high-stakes Startup World Cup pitch competition, this is where ambition meets opportunity.
Tickets are limited. Don’t miss your moment.
Proud to be an official event as part of Ottawa Innovation Week
Compete for $50,000 in Grants
Step into the spotlight at the Startup World Cup Ottawa Regional competition, where high-potential startups meet high-stakes opportunity. This is your chance to pitch for $50,000 in non-dilutive funding and earn a spot at the Global Grand Finale in San Francisco, where $1 million USD is on the line.
We’re calling on bold, impactful startups with roots in Eastern Ontario or the National Capital Region to bring their A-game. If you’re ready to scale and stand out, this is your moment to rise.
Applications for SWC 2026 will open in April
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be headquartered or have a significant presence in Eastern Ontario or the National Capital Region (Ottawa/ Gatineau)
- Applicants must not exceed $2M in annual revenue
- Strong candidates will have traction in market
- Applications are welcome from all sectors
2025 Ticket Pricing
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Full-time student or enrolled in school
You are a student currently enrolled full-time in a post-secondary institution.
- Learn from top business professionals
- Network with Ottawa’s finest entrepreneurs
- Discover if entrepreneurship is right for you
- $49
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Entrepreneur and startups
You are an entrepreneur, startup founder, or work for a company with less than 100 employees.
- Gain exposure to your brand
- Secure funding for your business
- Get inspired to be the next unicorn
- $89
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Corporate, Investor, service provider
You work for a professional service firm, a venture capital firm, or a company with 100+ employees (e.g. multination, scale-up venture). - Meet Ottawa’s rising startups and scaling companies
- Find your next deal flow
- Stay up to date on tech trends and innovations
- $179
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Non-profit, post-secondary institution, government
You work to further a social, educational or political cause, or to provide a service that people need, without making a profit.
- Connect with Ottawa’s innovation ecosystem
- Find tech solutions to your challenges
- Get inspired by top speakers and panels
- $99
About Startup World Cup
The Startup World Cup is a series of global startup conferences and pitch competitions powered by Pegasus Tech Ventures, featuring 100+ regional events across 60+ countries. These events culminate in the 2026 Grand Finale hosted in San Francisco, where winning startups from each regional event will compete for a $1M prize on November 6, 2026.
With Gratitude to Those Supporting 2025 Legends in the Making
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#AccelerateOTT Legends in the Making
