Black Innovation Summit pitch competition opens with more than C$150,000 in support for Black tech founders

DMZ and Scotiabank are backing the Black Innovation Summit 2026 pitch competition for Black tech founders in Canada, with over C$150,000 in investments and non-dilutive grants available. The program includes investor-readiness support, pitch coaching, and legal help for selected startups.

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