As a founder or ecosystem partner in the Hamilton, Halton, Brant, and Norfolk regions, you know that securing the right capital at the right time is often the biggest hurdle to scaling. The funding landscape can feel complex and disconnected, making it difficult to find investors who truly align with your vision. Join us at the NACO Summit 2026 in Ottawa for a premier national gathering designed to bridge these gaps. This year’s theme, “A Nation of Builders,” focuses on the future of Canadian risk capital and provides a high-bar environment to connect with 500 curated angel investors, venture capitalists, and policymakers. You’ll gain direct access to the people and insights needed to elevate your venture to a national stage.

What you’ll learn:

This summit is designed to provide tangible takeaways and high-level networking opportunities for our local innovation community. At the event, you will:

• Access curated deal flow through the Moonshots Top 20 Ventures™ showcase, featuring Canada’s most promising early-stage companies.
• Participate in NACO Academy masterclasses to refine your investment and growth strategies with hands-on expert guidance.
• Identify emerging trends in healthtech, AI, and cleantech through structured dialogues with industry titans and institutional leaders.
• Understand legislative changes affecting capital gains and entrepreneurship during exclusive ministerial roundtables.
• Leverage “casual collisions” and networking sessions to build relationships with investors capable of leading seed and Series A/B rounds.

For startups and entrepreneurs in our region, the NACO Summit 2026 represents a strategic opportunity to move beyond local boundaries and tap into national resources.

Who should attend:

• High-growth founders looking to secure seed or Series A/B funding.
• Angel investors and venture capitalists interested in curated Canadian deal flow.
• Ecosystem partners and policymakers dedicated to fostering regional and national innovation.

Ready to join Canada’s most influential gathering of builders and backers? Register using the link to access your exclusive Innovation Factory discount code.