Vietnamese startups in Canada are invited to attend CGV Pitch Day - an opportunity to raise capital and connect with investors.
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM (Toronto time), Sunday, May 25, 2025
📍 Format: Hybrid – Attend in person and online, Address: #21 -1235 Queensway E, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Y 0G4, Canada
🌐 Register at: https://www.canadagv.com/apply-now-summer-2025
Are you a startup in Canada founded by Vietnamese people?
Is your business looking for investors, mentors, or a supportive environment for growth?
Canada Global Ventures (CGV) cordially invites you to register for Pitch Day – the first event exclusively for Vietnamese startups and Vietnamese investors in Canada.
GOALS OF PITCH DAY
- Introducing promising Vietnamese startups in Canada to a network of angel investors interested in this market.
- Connecting founders with mentors and industry experts ensures startups receive valuable evaluation, guidance, and support for their growth.
- Building a Vietnamese startup ecosystem in Canada – where the Vietnamese community can work together to create sustainable value.
CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION
- Startups that have already registered or are eligible to register a business in Canada.
- The founder is Vietnamese or the co-founder is Vietnamese.
- There is a specific product or service (at least a prototype or working model).
- They have a clear development plan and a genuine need for funding/mentoring.
SELECTION PROCESS
- Submit your application at: https://www.canadagv.com/apply-now-summer-2025
- Preliminary round: Applications will be reviewed and selected by the CGV advisory board.
- Interview Round: Teams that pass the first round will be invited to pitch to the selection committee.
- Pitch Day is official: Selected teams will present to investors on May 25th.
⏳ Application deadline: May 22, 2025
📩 Applications that do not meet the eligibility criteria will be invited to participate in subsequent training and support programs.
BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATING IN PITCH DAY
- Opportunities to access Vietnamese angel investors in Canada and globally.
- You will receive support in preparing your pitch if you are selected for the final round.
- Receive practical feedback from a panel of experts, financial advisors, lawyers, and successful entrepreneurs.
- Join the CGV startup ecosystem, which includes training programs, partner networking, and market expansion.
Coordinating Pitch Day in May 2025
CGV Ventures brings together a team of Vietnamese advisors in Canada, providing a significant advantage in supporting Vietnamese startups to develop in the right direction. Expert advisors for Pitch Day in May 2025:
- Dr. Phan Thanh , Chairman of CGV, immigration and corporate lawyer, lecturer at Queen's University and Victoria University in Canada.
- Andy Bui – CEO of Ontario Startup Studio, founder of numerous tech startups and startup support programs.
- Dr. Nguyen The Khai - University lecturer, teaching at the University of PEI, University Canada West, Canada.
INVESTOR NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
At Pitch Day, investors will:
- Listen to the startup's presentation live.
- Mark the level of interest through the feedback form.
- Invited to participate in in-depth Deep Dive sessions with promising startups after the event.
Startups will receive support from CGV in monitoring, connecting, and negotiating after Pitch Day – with the goal of not only raising capital but also building a long-term and sustainable relationship.
JOIN NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!
Pitch Day is an opportunity for you to:
✅ Raising capital
✅ Get feedback from experts
✅ Connecting with the Canadian startup ecosystem
✅ Upgrade your business development strategy
Don't miss this opportunity to open the door to growth for your startup.
👉 Submit your application now at: https://www.canadagv.com/apply-now-summer-2025
