Italy is ready to make a major impact at Web Summit Vancouver 2026, one of the most anticipated technology gatherings in North America, taking place from May 11 to 14 at the Vancouver Convention Centre, with a 7 companies’ strong pavilion. With 20,000 delegates, 600 investors, 750 startups, and hundreds of influential speakers expected, Web Summit Vancouver offers a powerful global stage to connect with strategic partners, VCs, and Italy’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.
The delegation of 7 groundbreaking Italian startups and SMEs, all selected for their capacity to shape the future of global tech, will animate the Italian Official pavilion, in booth #E154 and the adjacent startup island #SI-05 . Over 15 Emerging leaders in artificial Intelligence, blockchain data analysis, from sport-tech, fintech, market intelligence, HR and incentives, legal support and contracts and much more are coming to Vancouver, with the support of the Italian Trade Agency (ITA):
Browse the brochure at this link.
The Italy-Canada Strategic Session: Advancing Bilateral Innovation
During Web Summit Vancouver, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) and KPMG Canada with the auspices of the Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver, is organizing an event aimed at fostering industrial cooperation and investment within the ICT and innovation sectors.
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: KPMG Vancouver | 777 Dunsmuir Street, 11th Floor, Vancouver, BC
The Session Includes:
Invest in Italy: A presentation by the ITA on Italy’s sovereign attractiveness, focusing on R&D incentives and the digital transformation framework.
The Canadian Roadmap: Expert insights from KPMG on navigating the Canadian market, covering tax optimization, legal frameworks, and immigration pathways.
The Innovation Showcase: High-impact pitches from the seven premier Italian startups representing the National Pavilion at Web Summit Vancouver.
The proceedings will conclude with an authentic Italian Aperitivo. We invite you to engage in high-level networking and further the day's conversations in a relaxed and sophisticated setting.
Space is limited so please register here
To view the program click on this link.
