Digifest is back and this year’s theme is “Design, Technology and Entrepreneurship”, with the call for submissions officially open for Digifest’s IT’S A START Pitch Competition!

The search is on for this year’s exceptional startups – the fourth annual IT’S A START Pitch Competition at Digifest will be taking place on April 29, 2016 at Corus Quay in Toronto.

This unique pitch competition showcases the best talent in digital excellence and innovation. 10 finalists will pitch their business idea, convince the judges of its value, and wow the crowd in a 5 minute presentation. Designers, creative professionals, students and entrepreneurs are invited to participate in the following categories: Mobile App, Interactive, Gaming, Social, Wearables and other digital applications. Winners will receive up to $10,000 in prizes including cash, incubator space and mentorship.

Applications can enter online, FAQs, prizes and important dates are available at torontodigifest.ca.

Deadline for applications is January 29, 2016