One-Day Build in Canada Conference Costs Over $1,100 — Say What?
The “Build in Canada” conference — meant to showcase innovation, growth, and the promise of a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem — is costing CA$1,124.33 for a general admission ticket. That’s not support. That’s gatekeeping. This is exactly the kind of systemic barrier that pushes talented, scrappy entrepreneurs — the ones we claim to champion — to the margins. If attending a basic industry event costs the equivalent of a month’s rent or a startup’s runway for tools and subscriptions, how are we supposed to build anything in Canada — let alone for Canada? It’s time we had an honest conversation about what real support for Canadian entrepreneurs should look like. 1. More Affordable Conferences & Events We need to rethink how we give startups visibility. Too often, speaking slots, demo days, and vendor booths come with massive price tags that only...
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