ACATE Global Gateway – Demo Day 2025

​The ACATE Global Gateway – Demo Day 2025 is the official connection event of the ACATE Global Gateway – Canada Edition, bringing together leading innovation players from Brazil and Canada for an exclusive afternoon of pitches, networking, and collaboration.

​The event will feature 20 technology-based companies from Santa Catarina, Brazil, selected and supported by FAPESC and ACATE, presenting their innovative solutions to Canadian investors, accelerators, innovation hubs, and corporate partners.

​This day marks the highlight of the international immersion program in Canada, creating a bridge between two thriving ecosystems and fostering opportunities for partnerships, business expansion, and market entry.

​Why join:

• ​Meet top Brazilian startups and scale-ups ready to expand globally.

• ​Discover collaboration and investment opportunities with innovation-driven companies.

• ​Connect with leaders from the Kitchener–Waterloo, Toronto, and Santa Catarina innovation ecosystems.

• ​Explore joint initiatives in technology, sustainability, and open innovation.

​Hosted by:
ACATE – Santa Catarina Technology Association
FAPESC – Santa Catarina Research and Innovation Foundation