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Web Summit Vancouver 2025

The selection process for Ukrainian startups to participate in Web Summit Vancouver is now open!

This year, the traditional Web Summit will be held for the first time in Vancouver, Canada, where the Ukrainian technological ecosystem will also be presented this May. Web Summit Vancouver is a massive tech event that continues Collision — the largest tech conference in North America.

Web Summit in Vancouver will gather over 15,000 participants, 750 startups, and 600+ investors in North America's tech hub — the city of leaders like Apple, Amazon, and unicorns like Dapper Labs and Blockstream. According to StartupBlink, Vancouver ranks 2nd among the best startup ecosystems in Canada.

At Web Summit Vancouver, 8 Ukrainian startups will have the opportunity to showcase their innovations at individual stands, explore new markets, and establish partnerships with top global players 🇺🇦 🇨🇦

When and where? May 27–30, 2025 | Vancouver, Canada

Learn more about Web Summit Vancouver 2025: https://vancouver.websummit.com/

Why participate in Web Summit Vancouver?

👉 Canada is a global hub for technology and innovation, boasting one of the world’s most powerful ecosystems with over 50,000 startups and tech companies developing groundbreaking solutions and driving innovation on an international scale.

👉 Vancouver is a recognized leader among Canadian startup ecosystems. According to StartupBlink, Vancouver ranks second among the top startup ecosystems in Canada, encompassing approximately 15% of all Canadian startups. It is a place where breakthrough ideas are born and scaled to global markets.

👉 Vancouver offers a robust infrastructure for startup support, providing a comprehensive range of opportunities for technological business growth. From accelerators and venture funds to R&D centers of global corporations, the city offers access to investors, international partnerships, and top talent in AI, fintech, clean tech, and deep tech.

What will selected participants receive?

• Passes for the team to Web Summit Vancouver 2025
• An individual stand within the conference on startup island
• Access to an international networking platform for finding partners and clients
• Participation in meetings and side activities of the Ukrainian delegation

Participants are offered partial coverage of travel expenses.

Apply if your startup meets the following criteria:

1️⃣ Stage of development: Seed or Series A, established less than 6 years ago

2️⃣ A unique software or hardware product with a functional website

3️⃣ An independent company, not a subsidiary of a large corporation

4️⃣ Positions itself as a Ukrainian startup and utilizes technologies created in Ukraine

Selection process:

1. Filling out the application
2. Checking compliance with contest conditions
3. Online Pitch Day: Presentation before a panel of Ukrainian and international experts
4. Final selection and invitation to join the Ukrainian delegation at Web Summit Vancouver 2025
   

Application deadline: April 13, 23:59

Contacts for partners and additional information: [email protected]

Language of application and presentation: English. The application form is available in the personal account on the Ukrainian Startup Fund portal under the “Partner Programs” section.

Participating in Web Summit Vancouver is your chance to be at the very heart of technological innovation. Gain access to the world's top experts, build powerful partnerships, and bring your bold ideas to life. Apply today!

The participation of the Ukrainian delegation at Web Summit Vancouver is organized by the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Startup Fund, with the support of UMAEF.

After participating in the tech mission, participants should be prepared to provide a report on the outcomes of their involvement, including preliminary agreements regarding investments, partnerships, and client acquisition, as well as to share achieved results and progress within a specified period.

Latitude59 2025

The selection of startups for the Ukrainian delegation to Latitude59 in Estonia has officially begun!

Latitude59 is Estonia’s premier digital society conference, held in a country with the highest number of unicorn startups per capita. Every year, the event gathers over 3,000 participants from 60+ countries — investors, startups, corporations, and thought leaders.

Last year, Ukraine made a remarkable impression thanks to the victory of the Beholder startup at the L59 Pitching Competition. They secured a grant of €600,000, outperforming 523 competitors from all over the world. This year, that success could be yours!

Latitude59 offers an exceptional opportunity for Ukrainian startups to attract investments due to the high concentration of Baltic investors eager to collaborate with Ukraine. Additionally, delegation partners will organize side activities aimed at building connections with potential investors.

What does participation in Latitude59 offer for Ukrainian startups?

✅ Pitching to top Baltic investors actively searching for the most promising Ukrainian startups for investment and partnerships.

✅ Showcasing your startup at the Ukrainian national stand.

✅ Participating in Ukrainian side-events and demo days, designed to establish new business connections and attract investment.

✅ Entering the global startup scene: gaining valuable insights, direct access to investors, and new opportunities for scaling.

Where and when? May 21–23, 2025 | Tallinn, Estonia

Learn more about Latitude59 2025: https://latitude59.ee/

What selected participants will receive:

• Tickets for the team to Latitude59
• A dedicated space at the Ukrainian national stand
• Access to an international networking platform for finding partners and clients
• Participation in Ukrainian delegation side-events: meetings with investors, government representatives, and industry leaders

Travel costs are not covered.

Interested? Apply if your startup:

🔍 Is registered and operates in Ukraine, positioning itself as a Ukrainian startup;
🔍 Has an MVP and initial traction;
🔍 Preference will be given to startups currently raising investments or planning to do so within the next 6–12 months;
🔍 Preference will be given to startups in conference-priority verticals: Energy & Environment, AgriFood, HealthTech, dual-use.

Selection process:

1. Submission of the application.
2. Eligibility check.
3. Online Pitch Day: Presentation before a jury of Ukrainian and international experts.
4. Final selection and invitation to join the Ukrainian delegation at Latitude59 2025.

Application deadline: April 13, 2025 (inclusive)

Contacts for partnership and additional information: [email protected]

Application and presentation language: English. Applications can be submitted through the personal account on the Ukrainian Startup Fund portal in the “Partner Programs” section.

The participation of the Ukrainian delegation is organized by the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, Ukrainian Startup Fund, Techosystem, YEP Accelerator, Mission Possible, and Seeds of Bravery.

After participating in the tech mission, participants should be prepared to provide a report on the outcomes of their involvement, including preliminary agreements regarding investments, partnerships, and client acquisition, as well as to share achieved results and progress within a specified period.