C-Tribe x Tech · Startup Alpha 2027
Put your startup in front of influential companies and investors.
Startup Alpha is free for accepted early-stage startups: 2 Tech Passes for all six days of C-Tribe, plus a day exhibiting on Builders' Row at the Village Expo.
- Edmonton, AB
- August 12-17, 2027
- Apply by May 15, 2027
What's the C-Tribe Startup Alpha program?
Startup Alpha gives early-stage founders free access to the companies, investors and talent at C-Tribe x Tech.
Free for accepted startups
2 Tech Passes
Primary access to every C-Tribe x Tech event for six days, plus general admission to the other verticals.
One exhibit day
A table on Builders' Row, the Village Expo startup zone, on August 12 or 13, 2027.
Investor lounges
Executive roundtables and investor lounges during C-Tribe x Tech.
A path to the pitch stage
Eligible founders can also apply to C-Black or C-ElevateHer for $20,000 CAD in prizes per competition. Applications open January 6, 2027.
Why founders come
- 01
Raise capital
Meet investors in the Tech roundtables and lounges, and get direct feedback on your raise from people who write cheques.
- 02
Get seen
A full day on Builders' Row puts your product in front of Village Expo visitors, employers and the C-Tribe community.
- 03
Connections
Six days of sessions, roundtables and late nights where founders, operators and decision makers actually talk.
- 04
Talent
The Village Expo is career-first. Meet the engineers, designers and marketers looking for what's next.
From a 2019 Alpha founder
“In one weekend, I was able to build relationships with senior decision makers at multiple construction companies, municipalities and groups that were previously never on my radar. From the perspective of a data analytics startup, making connections and receiving direct feedback from large corporations is very challenging, but much easier with C-Tribe. From those relationships, our team has been able to learn much faster about our clients' needs and pivot product offerings rapidly.”
Who can apply
- Founded in 2022 or later
- Raised under $1M CAD in total
- A live product or MVP, and a working website
Applications close May 15, 2027.
What happens when you apply
- 1
Apply
Tell us about your company. It takes about 10 minutes. Applications close May 15, 2027.
- 2
We review in batches
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so applying early helps. We reply to every applicant by email.
- 3
Confirm your spot
Accepted startups name their two passholders and pick an exhibit day.
- 4
Show up
See you in Edmonton, August 12-17, 2027.
Want more?
Optional upgrades
Both Village Expo days
$399 CAD
Want Builders' Row for August 12 and 13? The Startup Employer package includes two badges and a company profile.
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$97.50 CAD per Tech Pass
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Questions
Is Startup Alpha really free?
Yes. Accepted startups get 2 Tech Passes and one Builders' Row exhibit day at no cost. Paid upgrades are optional.
Who can apply?
Startups founded in 2022 or later that have raised under $1M CAD in total, with a live product or MVP and a working website.
When will I hear back?
We review applications in batches until May 15, 2027 and reply to everyone by email. Applying early gives you the best chance.
Can I also enter a pitch competition?
Yes, if you are eligible. C-Black and C-ElevateHer each award $20,000 CAD in prizes, and applications open January 6, 2027. Startup Alpha and the pitch competitions are separate applications.
Which day will we exhibit?
You choose August 12 or August 13, 2027 when you apply. We confirm your day when you are accepted.
What if we are not accepted?
You can still join us with a Tech Pass, or book a Builders' Row package at the Village Expo.
Ready to be part of Startup Alpha 2027?
It takes about 10 minutes. Applications close May 15, 2027.
Apply now