Calling VR/AR companies in Canada!
Join the VR/AR Canadian delegation to SXSW 2020, Taking place every spring in Austin, Texas, SXSW is one of the largest interactive, creative, film, and music festivals that attracts decision-makers from some 106 countries around the world.
Last year saw 160,000 people take part across conference and satellite events.
The Vancouver VR/AR Association/Launch Academy is proud to announce via the GOA (Global Opportunities for Associations) has received national funding for Canadian VR/AR companies that are looking to attend and build business opportunities at SXSW (Austin TX) March 13-17. This opportunity gives Canadian companies the ability to develop business opportunities abroad with some of the leading enterprises, investors and thought leaders.
Global Opportunities for Associations (GOA) provides non-repayable contribution funding to support trade organizations undertaking new or expanded international business development activities, in strategic markets and sectors, for the benefit of an entire industry.
There will be a group that will choose 5 Canadian VR/AR companies to join the delegation. GOA will be reimbursing up to 75% of your eligible travel cost including flights, accommodations, conference registration and more. We will also be setting up B2B meetings, speaking/networking opportunities, and demo space. This is a great opportunity to showcase your technology/content to some of the biggest buyers/investors in the world.
If you are interested please fill out this form by Feb 1st, 2019. Applications are reviewed on a first come first serve basis so we encourage you to apply ASAP! See program guidelines here
Selected companies will be announced on Feb 7th 2019.
If you identify yourself as a woman, indigenous or visible minority, we highly encourage you to apply.
