Connect in a Global IT Hub
As a magnet to both tech titans and cool coders, Toronto’s rising status as a global hub for IT and new media provides a limitless platform to program vibrant events. Our city cultivates a distinctive mix of culture, education, diversity, and talent for tech start-ups to think and thrive—and contribute to a great way of life.
Find what’s new and draw from a rich ecosystem of thought leaders, both global and local. Many global leaders make Toronto their Canadian headquarters. The city offers a full slate of potential partners, sponsors and exhibitors. Amazon, Google, Meta and LinkedIn have set up shop in the city. Not to mention home-grown innovators like Ecobee, Wealthsimple, Wattpad, Shopify and more.
More than 24,000 technology companies flourish in Toronto, employing a globally connected talent pool of nearly 300,000 people in fields such as artificial intelligence, cyber security, digital media and gaming, fintech and cleantech. Toronto also boasts 65+ tech business incubators and accelerators. Connect with CIOs from the world’s largest leading companies, founders of exciting startups, and experts in applied research working out of our internationally hailed universities.
Almost 200 languages are spoken in Toronto, making our city one of the most multicultural in the world. This translates to a wealth of different perspectives and ways of working.
"Being the most diverse city in the world has fueled a rich culture where different walks of life, ideas and lived experiences fuel tech innovation. Diverse perspectives are the bedrock for ground-breaking ideas, and our ecosystem—made possible by government, incubators, accelerators, post-secondaries and other key players—has created an environment for tech entrepreneurs to thrive."
– Abdullah Snobar, Executive Director, DMZ and CEO, DMZ Venture
"Attending industry events is a regular part of my profession, and as a result, I've had the opportunity to visit numerous destinations. In my experience, I consider Toronto to be one of the top choices for a conference."
– Ira Vouk, HITEC Advisory Council
Meetings in Toronto benefit from:
- Access to talented speakers and renowned industry thought-leaders
- An engaged talent pool with opportunity to drive attendance and membership
- Access to local sponsorships through a connected, local network
- An engaged local community for network, off-site venues and innovative site visits
