Spread the word...Halton FUTURES is here!
 
On June 2, 2016 HalTech and Halton Region are pleased to present the inaugural 2016 Halton FUTURES Innovation Summit & Awards at the Oakville Conference Centre.
 
This first innovation summit will have multiple benefits and impacts for local economy, help connect large corporation with innovators and entrepreneurs from SMEs, and startups to explore partnership opportunities. The event will also help position the region for growing capacity in advanced technology innovation, and increasing investment opportunity.
 
Featured at this event is an Exhibitors area where Halton Tech companies can showcase their innovations and major developments. Get the most out of this opportunity - visit the exhibitors page for all the details. 
 
Interested to be a supporting partner at this event? Visit the sponsorship page and choose the package that suits your needs. 

Not to be missed, the  1st Halton FUTURES Innovation Awards! Nominations are now open. See the awards terms of reference.
 
Take advantage of our early-bird discount and save 10% when you buy your tickets before April 15, 2016.
 
HalTech and Halton Region are pleased to acknowledge and thank our partners in hosting this event. Event organizers include: HalTech, Halton Small Business Centre, Town of Oakville, Halton Champions of Innovation and MCVCommunications.
Upcoming Events
Learning @ HalTech Series
Tuesday March 29 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Choosing the Right Project Management Tool to Optimize Delivery
 
Attend this seminar to understand the best Project Management products on the market and how they fit with different types of delivery teams. Also hear about HalTech's FREE suite of business advisory services.  Read more.
Thursday April 14, 2016
Equity Crowdfunding 101 with Oscar Jofre
 
Equity crowdfunding is poised to disrupt and revolutionize the way organizations can find capital. But what exactly is equity crowdfunding and how do you make it work for you and your business? Also hear about HalTech's Free suite of business advisory services. 
Stay tuned for registration details.
Peer 2 Peer Meetup
Tuesday March 22, 2016
Medical & Health Care Applications
 
Join the discussion with David Hayes of Javelin Technologies. Stay tuned for details.
Friday April 1, 2016 8:00am 
New - Scaleup Espresso!
 
A power hour of advice for high-growth startups. Stay tuned for details.
Coming soon! 
HalTech Hi5 Startup Scene
 
A special event to showcase HalTech's top 5 high potential startups. Come hear their pitches and check out their talent.
Does your technology startup need help with a business challenge? Then check out the HalTech HEAT™ program for our premium suite of FREE business advisory services. Contact us at [email protected]
Halton Happenings
Halton Hills Chamber logo
Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Member Breakfast

Tuesday March 1, 2016 8:00 am to 9:00 am

Learn about what the Chamber is doing for business in Halton Hills. Read more. 
MEV Innovation Centre
Social Media: A Bird's Eye View On What's
Coming Next

Friday March 4, 2016 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Join Hootsuite for an interactive presentation and discussion on emerging trends, practices and evolution of social media. Read more. 
Halton Region Small Business Centre
Connect, Teach, Inspire

Wednesday March 9, 2016 7:45 am to 12:00 pm

Celebrate International Women's Day at the annual business networking event for women entrepreneurs. Read more. 
News From Our Partners
Sheridan College
Hazel McCallion named as Inaugural Chancellor 

Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, Sheridan President and Vice Chancellor, today announced the appointment of former Mississauga Mayor, Hazel McCallion, as the institution's inaugural Chancellor. Read more. 
Gov't of ON
Government of Ontario

Ontario invests nearly $100 million to boost cleantech innovation and create jobs.Read more.
OBI Entrepreneurs Competition

The Ontario Brain Institute's 2016 Entrepreneurs competition is now open. The program provides up to $50K over a one-year period to help post-graduate students... Read more.
Geotab Ushers in a New Era

Geotab, the go-to leader in telematics has acquired one of its most innovative partners: Maps BI.  Read more. 
Cisco announces $100K award for Canadian startups

Cisco announced a Canadian Innovation Prize, a competition to identify innovative and disruptive technology startups across Canada with a grand prize of $100,000 (Cdn)... Read more. 
Gov't of ON
Government of Ontario

New climate change legislation: Ontario is laying a foundation to join the biggest carbon market in North America...Read more.
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