TechTuesday
Free Community Networking Event
We are pleased to invite you to TechTuesday, a networking event held on the first Tuesday of every month for our local high-tech community.
If you register, please make your best effort to attend. The popularity of the Tech Tuesday event means those who register and do not show up, take a seat away from those who would like to attend. Please cancel your ticket, through Lu.ma, if you are unable to make the event after registering.
Punching Above Our Weight: How Ottawa Built Canada's Most Valuable Tech Ecosystem
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For decades, Ottawa has quietly built one of the world’s most successful technology ecosystems. From pioneering telecommunications and software to leading in AI, cybersecurity, semiconductors, defence technology and SaaS, the region has generated $1.49 trillion in technology value, more than all other Canadian technology hubs combined. Yet despite producing 26 unicorn companies and more unicorns per capita than any other Canadian city, Ottawa’s innovation story remains one of Canada’s best-kept secrets.
Join us for this engaging TechTuesday with Sacha Gera, Chief Operating Officer of HEALWELL AI and founder of Unicorn North, as he reveals the data and insights behind one of Canada’s most compelling technology success stories. Drawing on the latest research from Unicorn North, Sacha will trace the evolution of the Ottawa-Gatineau technology ecosystem from the Nortel era to today’s globally recognized hub for AI, while sharing why it continues to produce more unicorns per capita than any other Canadian technology ecosystem.
Following the presentation, Sacha will join Veronica Farmer, Chief Marketing Officer, Wesley Clover International, for a fireside chat on why Ottawa consistently punches above its weight in creating globally successful technology companies. Together, they’ll discuss what has made the region one of the country’s most productive innovation ecosystems and home to Canada’s largest technology park, the role of visionary founders, anchor companies, investors and institutions in that success, and what must happen next to ensure Ottawa remains a global leader in technology innovation. The audience will also have an opportunity to share their perspectives on the future of Ottawa as a world-class technology hub.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, technology leader, policymaker, student or simply passionate about Canada’s innovation economy, this TechTuesday will leave you with a deeper understanding of why Ottawa has become Canada’s most valuable technology ecosystem and what it will take to ensure the next generation of globally successful technology companies is built right here. Ahead of the event, we invite you to watch Sacha Gera’s recent OBJ Techopia podcast with Michael Curran for an introduction to Unicorn North and the discussion to come.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is TechTuesday?
TechTuesday is a monthly networking event hosted by Wesley Clover International that brings together Ottawa’s tech community for insights, conversations and connections.
When does TechTuesday take place?
TechTuesday is held on the first Tuesday of every month, offering a consistent opportunity to connect with the local tech ecosystem.
Who should attend TechTuesday?
TechTuesday is open to all, those interested in technology and innovation.
What can attendees expect?
Each session features a mix of networking, expert discussions, panels, and startup pitches, often highlighting subject-matter experts, emerging companies and relevant industry trends.
Is TechTuesday free to attend?
Yes. TechTuesday is a free community event, but registration is required to get into the event and space is limited.
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