Pitch competitions Canadians can enter

Second competition supporting hydrogen technology innovations in clean technology, energy, and environmental sectors. Intakes currently closed.

An eight-week challenge sprint that pairs Alberta innovators and startups with industry partners to solve urgent construction and built-world technology problems. Winning teams receive cash prizes ($3,000 for the winner, $1,000 for runners-up) and potential follow-on funding through the Edmonton Unlimited Venture Pilots Program.

Calgary Arts Development and The City of Calgary invite artists to submit qualifications for consideration in the design of banner artworks installed on streetlight poles on six bridges and streets in the downtown area.

Annual competitive funding call open to a broad range of applicants advancing technology solutions relevant to clean fuels.

Open invitation for artists and community members to share ideas for public art projects that could be implemented in Calgary's public spaces.

The Okanagan Angel Summit is an 8-week pitch program designed to educate investors and startups on the investment process through participation, culminating in a public finale where investment of $200K+ will be made.

BC's premier startup competition where founders refine their business, expand their network, and compete to win prizes.

The 7th Annual Pitch Competition by Decentralised Energy Canada invites early-stage and growth-stage incorporated companies with data-centric innovations in decentralised energy — including data-driven grid operations, intelligent energy management, and security — to compete for investment funding, strategic partnerships, and industry connections. Selected finalists receive coaching and training sessions to refine their pitches, and winners gain investment opportunities and relationships with industry leaders.

The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge is an ongoing challenge prize administered by Impact Canada in partnership with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. It rewards innovators and early-stage enterprises that demonstrate effective solutions to reduce methane emissions in Canadian agriculture. Funding is outcomes-based, paid upon achieving verifiable results.

DEC's Pitch Competition allows Canadian early- and growth-stage companies developing data-enabled decentralised energy solutions to showcase technology to investors and industry leaders at the Decentralised Energy Forum. Selected finalists receive pitch coaching and mentorship along with exposure to investment and partnership opportunities.

Corporate challenge advancing the sustainability goals of THRIVE's corporate partners.

In partnership with ThinkSport, this global challenge invites entrepreneurs, social innovators, academics, and technology organizations to submit practical, scalable solutions that build confidence, strengthen support systems, and promote a sense of belonging in organized youth sport across Canada.

Challenge designed to empower Enactus teams to identify, create and deliver projects that tackle climate change through the concept of circularity while teaching and empowering others to do the same. Teams compete for prize money at Regional ($500–$1,500) and National ($1,000–$3,000) Expositions.

Challenge designed to equip Enactus teams with resources to develop innovative, high-impact projects that address evolving community needs including youth, newcomers, and seniors. Teams compete for prize money at Regional ($500–$1,500) and National ($1,000–$3,000) Expositions.

Google.org Impact Challenge seeking organizations with bold technology-forward ideas to transform how public services function for social good. Part of a broader initiative that has provided $310M and 100,000 pro bono hours of technical expertise to over 550 organizations globally.

Google.org Impact Challenge focused on accelerating scientific breakthroughs with the power of AI. Part of a global initiative providing funding and pro bono technical expertise to organizations advancing social impact.

Corporate challenge advancing the sustainability goals of THRIVE's corporate partners.

Challenge stream for Canadian SMEs to submit innovative ideas, early-stage innovations, and late-stage prototypes addressing specific government challenges. Phase 1 provides funding (up to $150,000–$300,000) to develop proof of feasibility; Phase 2 provides funding (up to $1M–$2M over 2 years) to build and test prototypes. Successful innovators retain IP ownership and may commercialize solutions through the Pathway to Commercialization program.