September 20 - September 26, 2019

Our Mission is to unite the world’s innovators to solve society’s biggest challenges. As Canada’s leading tech and innovation festival, Elevate attracts the biggest and brightest leaders shaping the world today. Hosted in the heart of Toronto from September 20-26, 2019, the festival features world-class speakers, interactive experiences, & can’t-miss socials. Made in Canada, we invite a worldwide audience to collaborate with Canada’s thriving innovation ecosystem.

Investor Zone

MaRS Discovery District

TUES, SEPT 24

The investor zone is a series of pre-scheduled and curated one-on-one meetings with Canadian and International top startups and growth companies paired with world class investors. Investors will be scheduled in a 2 hour block to meet with a series of start or high growth companies for 20-30 minute meetings.

Festival Stages

Various Locations

MON, SEPT 23 – THURS, SEPT 26

Discover the newsworthy ideas of today. Elevate’s Festival Stages offer a deep dive into the hottest topics in tech and innovation: presenting insights, controversy, calls for awareness, and deep conversations.

ElevateR Pitch

SEPT 24 & 25

ElevateR Pitch is a March Madness style pitch competition where 32 of Canada’s top startups looking to scale will compete in front of world-class investors and celebrity judges for a chance to win a funding prize and the unique opportunity to pitch live on the Elevate Main Stage in front of thousands.

Michelle Obama

Meridian Hall (formerly Sony Centre)

TUES, SEPT 24

SEPARATE TICKET REQUIRED. In Conversation with Michelle Obama. Moderated by Claudette McGowan, Chief Information Officer, BMO.

Elevate King West

King Street West (Spadina Ave to Bathurst St)

WED, SEPT 25 & THURS, SEPT 26

Check out all the exciting and interactive activations hosted by Elevate’s Partners. Don’t stay in one place too long – you might miss out on food trucks, games, secret musical performances, special guest appearances and more.

Main Stage

Meridian Hall (formerly Sony Centre)

TUES, SEPT 24 & WED, SEPT 25

Main Stage is the place to be. Join global tech titans, celebrities, and thought leaders as they discuss how technology today is shaping our tomorrow.

Startup Open House

Toronto

THURS, SEPT 26

Over 200 startups, scaleups, and organizations will open their doors to job seekers, curious professionals, and ecosystem leaders. Choose your own adventure and visit the world’s most innovative companies.

Tech Jam

Design Exchange

FRI, SEPT 20 – SUN, SEPT 22

TD’s Tech Jam empowers people who are eager to learn and create by providing an environment for you to explore and build with mentorship and resources.