AWS Startups x Accelerator Centre - Dragons' Den S21 Watch Party
Dragon's Den Season 21 Premiere Watch Party — Hosted by AWS and the Accelerator Centre
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 8:00–9:00 PM | Accelerator Centre, Waterloo
This season of CBC's Dragon's Den features a special AWS Business Grant! Join Patricia Nielsen, Head of Enterprise for AWS Canada, and other AWS leaders on-site as we tune in to the premiere to reveal the details and cheer on the entrepreneurs.
Grab a drink, find a seat, and watch the episode with a room full of founders, investors, and tech leaders who care about what's next for Canadian innovation.
What to expect:
Watch Party — Join us at The Accelerator Centre in Waterloo to watch the Season 21 premiere of Dragon's Den where we will be revealing a special Business Grant for this season's pitchers!
Meet the AWS Startups Team — Learn how your startup can benefit from AWS Activate Credits and support by meeting with the AWS Startups team that will be onsite
Snacks & Conversation — Stick around for great company, local bites, and real talk about scaling Canadian tech
Who should attend:
Founders, startup operators, investors, and anyone building or backing the next generation of Canadian companies. All ages welcome.
Can't join us in person? Catch the Season 21 premiere on CBC Gem.
RSVP now to secure your spot!
Arriving early? Join the Scale Canadian Tech Connect Mixer from 5:30–8:00 PM (the mixer is a 19+ event)
Before the watch party, Accelerator Centre and Graphite Ventures are co-hosting the Scale Canadian Tech Connect Mixer as part of Waterloo Tech Week 2026. Mix, mingle, and connect with the region's brightest founders, innovators, and tech leaders. Then head inside the Accelerator Centre for the watch party.