Startup Canada Equal Slice Program — Pitch Competitions
Startup Canada & Pizza Hut Canada Canada
Funding amount
up to $100,000
Next cycle
Two competitions annually: June and November
Region
Canada
Funder type
Corporate CSR
For
Businesses
Eligible organizations
startup, small business, entrepreneur, equity-deserving/underserved entrepreneur
Sectors
all sectors
About this program
The Startup Canada Equal Slice Program, presented in partnership with Pizza Hut, hosts two national pitch competitions per year offering equity-deserving Canadian entrepreneurs the chance to compete for a $100,000 cash grant pool, receive expert feedback, and gain visibility within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. In 2026, competitions are scheduled for June 3 (in-person, Toronto) and November 24 (virtual national). Applications open March 9 and close when spots are filled.
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