Canada's AI and Tech Delegations to VivaTech
Canada on the Global Stage at VivaTech
Each year, VivaTech brings together the world’s most influential technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and policymakers in Paris for four days dedicated to innovation.
As Europe’s largest technology event, VivaTech serves as a global platform where emerging technologies, strategic partnerships, and international collaborations take shape.
Canada plays a prominent role at the event, showcasing the strength of its innovation ecosystem and the global leadership of its artificial intelligence sector.
Scale AI leads the Canadian presence at VivaTech, bringing together a delegation of organizations representing the diversity and dynamism of Canada’s AI and technology ecosystem.
Through this mission, Canadian companies, startups, research organizations, and innovation leaders have the opportunity to connect with international partners, explore new markets, and demonstrate how Canadian innovation is shaping the future of industries worldwide.
A Delegation Representing the Best of Canada’s Innovation Ecosystem
The Canadian delegation to VivaTech brings together approximately 100 organizations from across the country, representing a broad spectrum of the technology and artificial intelligence ecosystem.
The delegation includes startups, SMEs, large companies, research centers, innovation organizations, and public institutions working at the forefront of technological innovation.
This collective presence highlights Canada’s ability to develop and deploy practical AI solutions that address real-world challenges across industries such as manufacturing, health, finance, logistics, energy, and mobility.
By presenting solutions that are already commercialized or ready for commercialization, the Canadian delegation demonstrates its maturity, impact, and global ambition.
Showcasing Canada’s Tech Leadership
Participating in VivaTech allows Canadian organizations to position themselves on the international stage and accelerate their global growth.
The mission contributes to:
- Increasing the international visibility of Canadian AI and technology companies
- Supporting business development in Europe and beyond
- Creating strategic partnerships with global industry leaders
- Strengthening Canada’s position as a global hub for artificial intelligence and technological innovation
By bringing together key players from across the ecosystem, the Canadian presence at VivaTech demonstrates Canada’s collective ambition to lead in the development and responsible deployment of artificial intelligence.
The Canada Pavilion: A Hub for Innovation and Global Connections
At the heart of the Canadian presence at VivaTech is the Canada Pavilion, a central space dedicated to showcasing Canadian innovation and facilitating connections with the international technology community.
The Pavilion provides a dynamic platform where Canadian organizations can:
- Present their solutions to a global audience
- Connect with international investors and corporate partners
- Engage with government representatives and innovation leaders
- Participate in pitch sessions and networking activities
- Explore new opportunities for collaboration and expansion in the international markets
At VivaTech, the Pavilion becomes a meeting point for global technology leaders interested in discovering the capabilities of the Canadian AI and tech ecosystem.
Benefits for Canadian Organizations
Organizations participating in the Canadian delegation benefit from a range of opportunities designed to maximize their impact at the event.
These may include:
- Access to the Canada Pavilion and exhibition space
- Participation in pitch sessions and speaking opportunities
- Targeted networking and B2B meetings
- Visibility through delegation communications and media outreach
- Participation in exclusive events organized alongside VivaTech
- Strategic preparation sessions ahead of the mission
In addition, delegates benefit from the collective strength of the Canadian delegation and the support of partners from across the innovation ecosystem.
Scale AI: Leading Canada’s Presence at VivaTech
Scale AI, Canada’s AI cluster, coordinates the Canadian mission to VivaTech in collaboration with a network of partners from the innovation, research, and government sectors.
Through this initiative, Scale AI helps Canadian organizations expand internationally, build strategic partnerships, and showcase the capabilities of Canada’s AI and technology ecosystem on the global stage.
The mission also contributes to strengthening long-term collaborations between Canada and Europe in the field of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.