Where Hardtech Capital Meets Next-Gen Innovation
Connect with specialized investors who understand the unique scaling cycles of hardtech innovation

As Canada's leading hardtech accelerator, ventureLAB designed the HIN Venture Summit to shine a dedicated spotlight on hardtech and deeptech innovation. We bring together an elite concentration of investors with a deep understanding of the unique capital demands, scaling cycles, and massive potential of hardtech ventures. If you want deep-domain insights, specialized networking, and aligned funding, this is your unfair advantage.

Pillars:
~ Hardtech-Specific Expertise: Connect with investors who have a deep, specialized understanding of the hardtech investment landscape.
~ High-Value Networking: Access a curated network to build connections with Canada’s leading hardtech investors.
~ The Investor Reverse Pitch: Learn exactly what hardtech capital allocators are actively looking for, straight from the source.


Location
The Quay
Toronto Region Board of Trade
100 Queens Quay E
3rd Floor,
Toronto, ON M5E 1V3
Date & Time
September 28, 2026
11:30 AM
Schedule
11:30 AM
Check In Opens
Networking and Lunch
12:30 pm
Opening Remarks
12:45 PM
Reverse Pitch - Session 1
1:50 PM
The Hardtech Money Problem: Raising Capital in Physical AI 
2:20 PM
Founder Pitch Competition 
2:50 PM
Building Canada’s Next Generation of Hardtech Champions: Capital, Commercialization & Sovereignty 
3:20 PM
Reverse Pitch - Session 2
4:30 PM
Founder Pitch Awards
4:45 PM
Closing Remarks
5:00 PM
Networking Afterparty
Cocktail Reception
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We look forward to seeing you there!

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