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    HKCBA is one of the largest bilateral trade associations in Canada, with over 1,000 members in eight major cities from coast to coast.

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    As a member of HKCBA, we keep you in the loop on pertinent trade intelligence to develop your China strategy.

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PowerUp Pitch Competition 2026

🚀 Ready to launch your startup into the Asian market? The PowerUp Pitch Competition 2026 is your gateway to connecting visionary founders with influential investors, strategic partners, and cross-border opportunities that can accelerate your growth, amplify your impact, and position your venture for success on a global stage! 🚀

 

Presented by PULSE, a sub-committee of the Hong Kong-Canada Business Association (Toronto GTA), we are inviting tech savvy Canadian startups to participate in this unique competition that would allow you to leverage Hong Kong as a strategic springboard for global growth.

We are seeking innovative startups in three core tech tracks:

  • AI & Data Tech
  • Smart City
  • Health Tech

🏆 Prizes engineered to Power Your Global Growth – from Capital to Connections!

Top winners will receive a prize package designed to ignite and propel their startup's future, including:

  • Grand Prize: A Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Class Round-trip Air Ticket (Toronto– Hong Kong).
  • Incubation Opportunities: Nominations to the HKSTP Soft Landing Programme, the HSITP Incubation Programme, and a fast-track quota for the Cyberport Incubation Programme.
  • Funding & Support: Access to up to HK$1.1 million in potential funding, subsidized cash grants, and co-working spaces.
  • Global Network: One-year complimentary HKCBA Membership; global  networking opportunities laying the path to investors, mentors and market access.
  • Audience Favorite Award: A weekend stay and afternoon tea at the Hilton Toronto / Markham Suites.

đź“… Key Dates to Remember

  • Application Deadline: 12 April, 2026
  • Announcement of Finalists: 19 April, 2026
  • Top 10 Final Pitching: 29 April, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

đź“Ť Venue: Gowling WLG, 100 King St W, Suite 1600, Toronto.

Don't miss this chance to showcase your venture and unlock the immense potential of Asia!

đź”— Apply Now: https://forms.gle/W9D16tu8dA7YAM959

 

Past Events of 2025

Date Event
January 14 HKCBA-Toronto AGM, Sifu Paul Fengshui Seminar, the 11 TransPacific Entrepreneurial Conference VIP Reception
February 15 HKCBA-Toronto Lunar New Year Gala
March 27 Roundtable on "Think Asia, Think Hong Kong"
May 27 Exclusive Dinner Reception Honoring Christopher Hui,
the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the Hong Kong SAR Government
June 5 Seminar- Scaling Ventures Globally: Insights with Evelyn Y.K. Lee & Sarah Kutulakos
June 15 PULSE@HKCBA participated in the 2025 Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival 
July 15 Badminton Extravaganza
September 3 HKCBA-Toronto 27th Golf Tournament
October 3 PULSE@HKCBA PowerUp Pitch Compeition

 

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WIN@HKCBA

The Women's International Network (WIN@HKCBA) is an integral part of HKCBA Toronto GTA. 

As a member of HKCBA, you can participate in all activities organized by WIN@HKCBA

Some upcoming activities include:

  • First Anniversary Celebration on June 27th at CBRE Rise Cafe.
  • Nine and Dine Golf in July or August
  • Participation in the 2022 HKCBA National Conference from September 22 to 23.

Pulse@HKCBA

MISSION: To cultivate a dynamic community of young professionals and entrepreneurs, all while capturing the essence of relationship building andinnovation exchange among young professionals between Canada and Hong Kong as well as throughout Asia, using Hong Kong as the platform.


VISION: To connect, collaborate and propel the emerging leaders through impactful business networking and knowledge exchange within our membership.

 

Some upcoming activities include-

  • PULSE MIXERS:
    Regular social gatherings for networking and casual discussions
  • INNOVATION FORUMS:
    Forums and panel discussions focusing on emerging trends and innovation
  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP BOOTCAMPS:
    Workshops and sessions to support young entrepreneurs in building and scaling their ventures
  • COLLABORATION WITH HKCBA:
    Joint projects and events with HKCBA Toronto and the Hong Kong Family in Canada to encourage knowledge-sharing through a platform for members

What We Do

HKCBA's mission is to expand commercial relationships between Canada and Hong Kong as well as throughout Asia, using Hong Kong as the platform for advancing this objective. We also promote a strong business and community network within our membership across Canada through our programs.

Membership

Join us today to make new business connections, gain valuable insight into Asia, and take advantage of exclusive benefits.

Events

Come check out our informational and networking events in one of our eight sections across Canada.

Trade Intelligence

Learn of business opportunities to grow your company's reach from our wide network of local and international partners.