Competitions

The Next Big Idea Contest

DMZ and PGA | Toronto, ON, Canada

The DMZ and Pace Global Advantage (PGA) are kickstarting a nationwide tech competition in Lithuania. Together, PGA and DMZ will select 5 of the best tech innovators in Lithuania. One founder from each organization will win a trip with flight & a one-week stay in Toronto covered by PGA.

Programming: 

The trip will be tailor-made to suit the needs of each company and their industry focus. Winners will have access to world-class Entrepreneurs-In-Residence, DMZ Alumni-In-Residence and Legal Mentorship provided by Pace Law Firm.

During the one week program founders will participate in workshops, program lead sessions and expectation setting events, as well as one-on-one meetings. They will learn about the Canadian Tech ecosystem, Funding opportunities in Canada, the Canadian Legal landscape, HR practices. They will have multiple meetings with our Entrepreneurs in Residence who can advise on how to best grow the business in North America.

To apply startups must have: 

  • An innovative business idea enabled by technology;
  • Potential for international expansion in the near future;
  • Market validation and potential for rapid growth. 

Read more and apply HERE

Deadline for Applications: 2022-03-25