The AGAZ SUMMIT: Connecting Canadian Startups with global resources, and support to scale and succeed.
Canada Startup Association (CSA) Proudly Presents The Agaz Summit
Join us to empower and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of BIPOC founders. Experience a day filled with insightful panels, interactive roundtables, and unparalleled networking opportunities designed to help you thrive in your entrepreneurial journey in Canada.
About the
AGAZ Summit 2024
The AGAZ Summit is a premier event designed to celebrate and support the entrepreneurial spirit of BIPOC Founders. Organized by the Canada Startup Association (CSA), this summit will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including BIPOC and Immigrant Entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, and support organizations, to foster innovation, collaboration, and Investment opportunities.
We Help STARTUPS Thrive
Canada Startup Association (CSA) is a non profit dedicated to Immigrants, BIPOC Founders and Startups.
We unite startups and established businesses with public-private stakeholders in the Canadian Innovation Ecosystem; offering knowledge sharing, resources, and networking, focusing on supporting immigrant-led startups and newcomer entrepreneurs.
Learn more about us at www.canadastartups.co.
Key Highlights of 2024
- “Engaging Panels and Keynotes”
- “Interactive Roundtable Discussion”
- “Networking Opportunities with Industry Leaders”
- “Inspirational Success Stories from BIPOC Founders”
Event Schedule
Registration and Breakfast Networking
Startup Showcase
Round Table Discussion: Challenges and opportunities for AGAZ Igniting BIPOC Founders Brilliance, funding strategies, scaling businesses, etc
Networking Lunch
Investor Pitch by Top 5 Startups
Speed Dating & Networking
Ongoing Networking and Connection Building
Welcome Breakfast & Networking
Fuel your day with a curated networking breakfast. Start connecting with change-makers,Investors, ecosystem builders, and immigrant founders.
Opening Keynote & Fireside Chats
OR
(Innovation & Connector Hour)
Hear from bold voices who’ve turned barriers into bridges. Stories of grit, growth, and global ambition.
The 1-Minute Pitch: The Next Big Thing.
Rapid-fire pitches from emerging founders. Followed by an expert panel with GITEX Winners revealing how they scaled globally.
Startup Ecosystem Insights: Where Canada Stands.
A pulse check on where immigrant entrepreneurs are thriving—and where support is still needed.
Builder’s Roundtable.
A real-talk session with founders and fundeds. No filters, just honest conversations.
AFTERNOON | Capital, Community & Connection
Global Flavours Lunch.
Break bread with builders. Dive into global cuisine while forging local connections.
The Fundraising Playbook.
Panel: How to Raise Funds as an Immigrant Founder.
Actionable advice. Real investor insights. No buzzwords, just strategy.
Keynote:
Ideas in Action: AGAZ Community Hour.
Explore the future. Discover bold startups, connect with investors, and unlock cross-border opportunities.
Registration & Networking Breakfast
Startup Showcase
Panel Discussion with BIPOC Industry Leaders
Round Table Discussion: Audience will engage in an Interactive Discussion on the Challenges and Opportunities with the BIPOC Founders
Networking Lunch
Panel Discussion with BIPOC Women Leaders
Startup Founders Standup (1 Min Ask or Give)
Key Note by Chief Guest
Connection Building & Networking
Meet our 2024 AGAZ Speakers
Participating Startups
JOIN US
Contact us to know more about how you can be a part of this amazing event.
Contact us to know more about how you can be a part of this amazing event.
Get Directions to the Conference Hall
Mississauga Convention Centre
75 Derry Rd W (at Hurontario St)
Mississauga ON L5W 1G3
Canada