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We Help Startups
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Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges!


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Learn MoreWelcome to Canada Startup Association™
Canada Startup Association™ (CSA) is more than an organization—it is a thriving community where startups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs come together to drive collaboration and innovation. Through peer-to-peer learning, expert-led networking events, and access to critical resources, CSA™ cultivates an environment where shared knowledge and mutual support drive progress and success. These efforts strengthen Canada’s position as a global leader in entrepreneurship and innovation.
At CSA™, we believe that breaking barriers and building bridges creates limitless opportunities for equity-deserving entrepreneurs and their communities. By fostering inclusivity, collaboration, and growth, we empower Canadian startups to achieve their full potential and contribute to the broader economic landscape. Join us and be part of the movement shaping the future of Canadian entrepreneurship while showcasing the transformative power of innovation on a global scale.
About Us
The Canada Startup Association™ (CSA) is dedicated to empowering equity-deserving communities through meaningful connections within Canada’s thriving startup and SME ecosystem. As a key driver of economic growth, CSA works to break barriers by addressing challenges faced by entrepreneurs and building bridges that unite innovators, industry leaders, and stakeholders. Our tagline, “Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges,” embodies this mission by focusing on fostering collaboration, innovation, and opportunities for Canadian startups to thrive. Our initiatives are designed to create significant economic impact by championing Canadian startups on the global stage. From leading delegations to international competitions to showcasing the ingenuity of Canadian innovation, CSA ensures our entrepreneurs have the resources, visibility, and networks needed to succeed. By connecting startups with global opportunities, we highlight the immense value of Canada’s innovation ecosystem to the world.

The Founders

Tehmina A Chaudhry
Tehmina A Chaudhry, President of CSA is a seasoned social entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience. She is amongst the early Startup Visa applicants who got permanent residence in Canada under that stream. Tehmina has built her social enterprise in GTA and also enriched the startup ecosystem by sharing her knowledge and experience with the community. She is a pro-networker and is well-connected with specialists, venture capitalists, incubators, and accelerators in Canada…read more

Hammad Siddiqui
Hammad Siddiqui, Executive Director, brings over 36 years of experience working with startups, entrepreneurs, and business associations in countries ranging from Turkey to Papua New Guinea. He is a certified non-profit executive from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management in Washington, D.C. Hammad has been mentoring startups and founders for many years….read more
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Resource & Services
Become a Member
Freemium Family
Free
Explore our free resources to learn about the Canadian Startup ecosystem.
Our freemium membership will provide you access to:
- Essential guides
- Checklists
- Invitation to webinars
- Newsletter
- Startup Updates
- Direct Access to our Community
Launchpad
CAD 1000
Annual Membership
Begin your journey in the Canadian startup ecosystem with our Launchpad membership.
You will gain access to:
- CSA networking events
- Training sessions
- Monthly newsletters
- One 1-1 Free advisory call with A Mentor of your choice.
- Access to Recorded Mentoring Sessions
- 10% discount on Premium Advisory Services
- 15% discount on In person Paid Events and Master Classes
Velocity
CAD 1500
Annual Membership
A perfect opportunity for growth poised startups with established businesses and revenue streams who want to rapidly scale in the Canadian market.
Your membership will offer:
- All benefits of Launchpad tier
- Access to investor’s lounge meetings (we need to explain that more)
- Personalized business advisory sessions (30 minutes virtual meeting with one of our advisors every quarter)
- Access to monthly mentoring sessions
- Priority registration for workshops and seminars
- 15% discount on Premium Advisory Service
- 25% discount on In person Paid Events and Master Classes
Nexus
CAD 5000
Annual Membership
(by invitation only)
Nexus is an exclusive membership tier for High Network Founders.
Nexus members will receive exclusive networking opportunities with major startup ecosystem players, government organizations and other relevant stakeholders. They will also be provided personal branding opportunities and speaker slots at CSA conferences once a Year.
- They will receive a shout-out once every quarter in the CSA newsletter.
- Get the Opportunity to be on Mentoring Panel for CSA Events and Partnered Events
- Be Part of the Advisory Board and be part of quarterly Meetings with the Board and Executive Team
- 20% discount on Premium Advisory Service
- 35% discount on In person Paid Events and Master Classes
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Get in touch
- Email connect@canadastartups.co
- Phone: +1 866 654 7197
- AddressOffice 210, 5800 Ambler Dr Mississauga, ON L4W 4J4.