SCI COMPETITION

8th SCI COMPETITION

The SCI Competition, a premier pitch event that identifies promising tech ventures from North America for trade missions to Asia, is now in its eighth year.

The 8th SCI Competition will be held in Toronto, Canada, on October 19, 2024. We are excited to gather in person and immerse ourselves in the innovative spirit of Canada’s most dynamic city.

Top finalists will be invited to an all-expenses-paid trade mission to meet investors, supply chain partners, and customers in late November 2024.

Eligibility: To apply for the SCI Competition, your tech venture must offer an innovative, scalable, and marketable product or service. Complete the application and submit a pitch deck. Selected ventures will participate in a preliminary roadshow, pitching to a panel of judges for a chance to compete in multiple pitch competitions in Asia, with monetary prizes up to C$100,000 each.

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Why Participate?

Some of the benefits of joining the SCI Competition are:

01

Global Exposure & Opportunities

Showcase your innovative product or service to a global audience of investors, industry experts, media, and potential partners.

02

Access to Promising Markets

Tap into the significant Asian market for technologically innovative products.

03

Competitive Bonuses

Compete for monetary prizes of up to C$100,000 each.

04

Idea Exchange

Network with other promising tech ventures from Canada, the US, Europe, and China, and learn from their experiences and insights.

05

Professional Services

Receive mentorship and support from SCI and its partners, who have expertise and resources in Canada, the US, and China.

06

Surprises!

We always deliver more than expected.

Companies seeking Seed to Series B financing with strong IP and solutions for a global market in the following sectors are encouraged to apply:

1. Biomedical and Life Sciences

2. New Materials

3. New Energy and Green Technology

4. Electronic Technology

5. Advanced Manufacturing and Equipment

6. Marine Economy

7. Digital Economy and Software

Judging Criteria:

Innovation and originality of the product or service
Barriers to entry for the product or service
Scalability and marketability of the product or service globally
Social and environmental impact of the product or service
Team’s background, expertise, and vision from an academic and commercialization perspective
Presentation skills and clarity of the pitch