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AUG 12-17, 2027 | EDMONTON, AB

PASSES ON SALE NOW · EARLY-BIRD PRICING ENDS MAR 15

Pitch competitions

Two pitch competitions, each with $20,000 CAD in prizes, for Black entrepreneurs and women-led tech companies. Pitch live at C-Tribe x Tech in Edmonton.

The C-Tribe heart working on a sticker-covered laptop
CAD in prizes per competition
$20K
Finalists pitch live
14
Judges on each expert panel
4

C-Tribe x Tech pitch competitions

Pick your stage

Pitch Day is August 15, 2027. Applications close March 7, 2027.

C-Black Pitch founders at C-Tribe x Tech

C-Black Pitch

Breaking barriers for Black entrepreneurs in tech

A pitch competition closing the opportunity and wealth gap by empowering Black entrepreneurs and levelling the playing field.

Prize pool
$20,000 CAD
Deadline
Mar 7, 2027
Finalists
Up to 7
C-ElevateHer founders at C-Tribe x Tech

C-ElevateHer

Levelling the playing field and championing women in tech

A pitch competition providing prize money, access to connections, and resources for women-led companies defining new industries.

Prize pool
$20,000 CAD
Deadline
Mar 7, 2027
Finalists
Up to 7

Why pitch

Four reasons to step on stage

01

Seed Capital

Non-dilutive prize money, no equity required. Walk away with funding and full ownership of your company.

02

Network

Direct connections with investors, mentors, and founders who have built, scaled, and exited before you.

03

Exposure

Media coverage, publisher meetings, ecosystem partners, and a live audience watching you pitch on stage.

04

Coaching

Pitch coaching, deck design support, and strategic prep for every finalist, so you show up ready.

Questions about eligibility or judging?

Ready to pitch?

Applications close March 7, 2027. Questions? Email hello@ctribefestival.com.