/@>\ toronto susiness WY DEVELOPMENT CENTRE START-UP VISA PROGRAM CANADAGET READY TO BUILD YOUR INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION PLAN From rendering strategic business guidance to building a growth strategy on the path to success: TBDC Team is here to propel high potential start-ups in North America Designed for international entrepreneurs, the Start-up Visa (SUV) Program nurtures businesses that are innovative and have the potential to grow in Canada The program offers Permanent Residency (PR) to entrepreneurs to help support them in their growth story. At Toronto Business Development Centre (TBDC) the program is designed to help entrepreneurs compete at a global scale by helping them solve problems that are unique to their start-up. Our panel of 80+ mentors helps you not just survive but thrive in North America TBDC was established in 1990 by the City of Toronto with the support of the province of Ontario's Ministry of Economic Development of Trade. It has been locally, nationally and internationally recognized for its efforts in nurturing the growth of new and emerging businesses in the Greater Toronto Area, TBDC has been acclaimed as one of Canada’s leading business incubators in fostering the entrepreneurial cornmunity, providing business support and establishing investor relations. We have helped over 9000 start-ups (domestic and international) over the years. TBDC is a designated partner for the Start-up Visa Program by the Government of Canada to help businesses commercialize and expand in the North American market. PAGE 2WHY BRING YOUR START-UP TO CANADA? Canada has a growing reputation as the world's leading tech hub, and not only embraces diversity but also is becoming a destination of choice for start-ups from around the world More recently, according to Startup Blinks rankings in 2020, Toronto was ranked 3rd in the world for building innovative solutions for COVID-19. We are sector-agnostic, and support start-ups across sectors from Automotive to Artificial Intelligence (Al), from Hardware to Health Sciences, and from Environment to Education Start-ups in Canada are applying technology to new verticals, and disrupting a range of industries on the cusp on Innovation. PAGE 3 : A ip EN Located in the heart of North America, Ontario, 14 Millon Residents 200+ ‘Speaking Languages 7th ‘onorny in North Amer Its Largest sub-national 42,000 ced annually STEM gra ates prod 3rd top-ranked ‘Toronto is the tech talent market in North America after San Francisco Bay Area and SeattleWHO CAN APPLY? Start-ups that are generating revenue, having paying customers and market traction in the home country are best suited for the SUV program We are open to founders from around the world working on solution: build business in Canada, and create jobs for Canadians on a global scale. Toknow more about the eligibility criteria elick here WHAT WE COVER? Business Advisory One-on-one Advisory Review Si sions Group Sessions Partner Services Access to Talent University Partnersh Recruiter Network Sales Training Access to Capital Pitch Preparation Peer Pitch Practice VE Clinic Hours Dero Days Founder Development Design Thinking Partner Workshops Community Events Settlement Services HOW YOU CAN GET STARTED o © Please not (PR) once yous S at it is now mandatory to apply for a Work Permit (WP) and Permanent Residency pproved. Itis recommended you connect with an immigration lawyer, we will be happy toreferyouto one of ourq alified contacts. hat have the potential to WHAT WE OFFER? worth USD$950,00! Partner Services Pet 24/7 Office Space Mentor Interventions Access to Capital Start-up Network & Events Business Services Partner Services Monthly Events Calendar Custom Advisory Calendar Dedicated Program Manager DURATION ‘2 months: Pre-Acceleration 6 months: Acceleration FEE CAD$30,000* oO oS * Taxes extraReady to launch your business in North America? Let's Talk! 325 Front St W (a16) 345-9437 Suite 300 Info@tbde.com Toronto, ON MSV2¥1 | www.tbde-com FOLLOW US