Government of Canada has opened applications for its New York Energy Security Canadian Technology Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Government of Canada - New York Energy Security Canadian Technology Accelerator
New York City is a growing energy hub. As one of the leading financial and innovation centers in the world, it supports a dynamic ecosystem of clean and renewable energy companies, investors, and policy frameworks driving the energy transition. Investors in New York, spanning early-stage ventures to large global infrastructure funds, are optimistic about energy security innovations. With electricity demand in New York City comparable to the entire consumption of small countries and rapidly growing, the regional electric grid (NYISO) is in critical need of technologies to help meet demand.
The Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) program will concentrate in New York State, where energy policy and procurement programs are driving rapid deployment needs. The program will lead to in-person programming in New York City during Climate Week NYC, the world’s largest annual climate focused event. The CTA will not only provide expert mentoring and training but also arrange curated meetings and sessions with potential buyers, investors, channel partners and other key stakeholders.
In addition to New York (NY), the program will offer optional in-market add-ons for companies whose solutions align with similar opportunities in New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
Benefits of Government of Canada - New York Energy Security Canadian Technology Accelerator
Upon acceptance to the New York Energy Security CTA program, you will gain access to:
- networking opportunities through networking events, speed-dating activities and direct engagement with organizations across the financial ecosystem
- scale-up workshops that combine market knowledge with personalized support for expansion into the U.S. market
- high-level events featuring key organizations and decision-makers in the financial ecosystem
- mentorship opportunities with experienced business leaders
- a global network of accelerator participants to support ongoing collaboration and business growth
Government of Canada - New York Energy Security Canadian Technology Accelerator Requirements
The CTA is seeking innovative business-to-business (B2B) companies with products or innovations within the following energy security sectors and sub-sectors:
- Power generation
- Hydropower
- Geothermal
- Solar
- Wind
- Hydrogen
- Nuclear
- Energy storage technologies
- Short and long duration (LDES) batteries
- Mechanical storage (Pumped hydro, compressed air)
- Distributed energy solutions
- Microgrids
- Behind the meter solar + storage
- Grid digitization and internet-of-things (IoT)
- Energy management systems
- AI-driven forecasting
- Advanced metering
- Cybersecurity for grid systems
Your company must have:
- a fully built and validated product or solutions with a differentiated technology
- recurring revenues and/or $1 million raised
- a passionate, strong, and committed management team who can commit to participate in the entire program
- specific goals, clear objectives and a strategy for growing in the U.S. market
The Trade Commissioner Service supports equity, diversity, and inclusion in trade. We strongly encourage applications from companies led by Canadians of all backgrounds.
Application Date and Process
Before starting your online application, gather the following information:
Company and team information
- Contact information and professional backgrounds for up to 3 company founders or CEOs
- Average yearly revenue
- Total funding raised to date and sources of funding
- Annual growth rate (%)
- Funding goal
Product and market details
- Description of your product or service, including elevator pitch, business model, and intellectual property details.
- Overview of your market activity, including current traction, target markets, and competitors.
Strategic goals
- Identify major corporations targeted for strategic partnerships.
- Outline your CTA goals, such as partnerships, customers, product validation, seed funding, or market entry.
References and previous engagements
- Provide references from other Canadian programs and partners.
- List previous TCS events or programs your company has participated in
- Specify other global markets of interest and how you learned about the CTA.
You can save your progress as you complete the application. All information provided is treated as confidential.
Application Deadline
13 July, 2026
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