Strategic agenda
A focused programme aligned to the sectors, institutions and opportunities that matter to your delegation.
2027 executive programme
Lead your delegation with clarity.
A curated Canada programme for decision-makers ready to build trusted commercial relationships across defence, advanced technology, AI, finance, franchising and real estate.
Reserve a delegate placePurpose-built access
A delegation designed for momentum.
Each programme pairs market intelligence with carefully prepared introductions, private roundtables and on-the-ground context in Ottawa, Toronto and Waterloo.
B2B matchmaking
Warm introductions and structured meetings with Canadian operators, investors, advisors and sector leaders.
Trusted local context
Briefings and support to help your delegation understand the Canadian business environment before every pivotal conversation.
2027 programme calendar
Choose the right gateway.
May 26 – June 3
Ottawa & Toronto
Defence, Advanced Tech & CANSEC Gateway
For leaders exploring defence innovation, critical technologies and cross-border partnerships.
June 26 – July 4
Toronto & Ottawa
Canada Day Bilateral Trade & Franchise Summit
A relationship-building programme around trade, expansion and franchise opportunities.
September 22 – 30
Toronto
Elevate AI, FinTech & Real Estate Innovation Summit
A cross-sector delegation for the executives shaping the next wave of capital, platforms and places.
November
Waterloo & Toronto
Education, CleanTech & Health Sciences Summit
A focused programme connecting innovators, institutions and investment leaders.
May 26 – June 3, 2027
Executive Business & Defence Summit schedule.
Co-located with CANSEC Ottawa and Canadian Innovation Week, this eight-day programme moves from Toronto relationship-building to Ottawa market access and a flagship Grand Gala Night.
Day 1
Toronto arrival
Pearson Airport arrival, executive transfers by Travelers Club, hotel check-in and welcome-kit distribution by Tyohaar Trunk.
Day 2
Legal, corporate and B2B sessions
Morning corporate setup seminars with Expertpayroll, followed by private Global Gateway B2B presentation sessions in Toronto’s Financial District.
Day 3
Innovation and investment context
MaRS Discovery District site tour, critical-minerals roundtable and commercial real estate syndication meetings.
Day 4
Toronto executive access
Toronto Financial District tour, CN Tower visit and a private Lake Ontario sunset networking cruise.
Day 5
Niagara market experience
Niagara Falls excursion, agri-tech greenhouse tours and an executive vineyard dinner.
Day 6
Ottawa policy briefing
Luxury coach transfer to Ottawa and a closed-door Parliamentary briefing on federal grant incentives and bilateral trade.
Day 7
CANSEC and Grand Gala Night
Planned CANSEC 2027 Exhibition attendance at EY Centre, subject to official pass availability and early-bird booking, followed by the Red-Carpet Grand Gala Night and Awards.
Day 8
Executive close and departure
Certificate presentation, post-gala executive breakfast and airport transfers for return flights.
The Global Gateway exclusivity advantage
A private layer beyond the trade show.
Don't just attend Canada's largest business and industry events. Enter the Canadian business ecosystem with a curated network of meetings, presentations, industry visits and executive experiences.
Co-located mega-events
Standard public attendance
Public exhibition hall access
Global Gateway exclusive layer
Priority planning for available passes and curated floor-tour opportunities, subject to organizer approval and early-bird booking.
Business meetings
Standard public attendance
Cold networking on the expo floor
Global Gateway exclusive layer
Private B2B matchmaking sessions pre-arranged with Canadian buyers, investors and partners.
Pitches and presentations
Standard public attendance
Open audience attendance
Global Gateway exclusive layer
Proprietary Global Gateway pitch sessions to showcase your company directly to C-suite attendees.
Evening networking
Standard public attendance
Independent dinners
Global Gateway exclusive layer
VIP Grand Gala Night with red-carpet entry, fine dining by P&R Hospitality, live artist showcases and awards.
Support around the table
Beyond the itinerary.
Delegates can access practical market-entry perspectives and, where appropriate, introductions to independent qualified professionals.
Professional advice is provided independently by qualified third parties. Programme participation does not constitute legal, immigration, tax or investment advice.
Delegate registration
Reserve your place with a CAD $700 initial deposit.
Choose your 2027 delegation package and begin programme planning and administration. Your remaining programme balance is due only after written visa approval, where applicable.
View registration optionsThe CAD $700 initial deposit is non-refundable, including in the event of a visa refusal, withdrawal, delay or unsuccessful application, because it covers programme planning, administration and third-party processing costs. Global Gateway Events is jointly operated by Tech X Startup Corp and P&R Hospitality Group Inc. (Ontario, Canada).
Registration options
Select the delegation package that fits your arrival.
Your initial deposit begins programme planning and administration. Approved groups receive a staff-issued package code: 5% for 5–9 delegates, 7% for 10–19, or 10% for 21+. The balance is requested only after written visa approval and before final travel confirmation, where applicable.
Standard Delegate
CAD $700 initial deposit
CAD $7,000 total programme fee, excluding airfare and Grand Gala access.
CAD $6,300 post-visa balance
Due after successful visa approval, before final travel confirmation.
$700.00 due today.
Executive Delegate
CAD $700 initial deposit
CAD $10,000 total programme fee, including economy airfare and VIP Grand Gala access.
CAD $9,300 post-visa balance
Due after successful visa approval, before final travel confirmation.
$700.00 due today.
Global Gateway Events
Bring the right people into the room.
Tell us which summit aligns with your delegation, and we’ll prepare a focused executive briefing.
Start a conversationCANSEC 2027 priority registration
Reserve your executive delegation place early.
Join the May 26 – June 3 Defence, Advanced Tech & CANSEC Gateway. Priority and curated access opportunities are subject to event organizer approval and applicable registration requirements.