Schulich School of Business, York University
An Indo-Canada initiative empowering student entrepreneurs and recent graduates to build innovative solutions for India through an intensive bootcamp and pitch competition with cash prizes up to ₹10.5 lakhs.
The Together 7.0 – Indo-Canada Bootcamp & Pitch Competition is a prestigious initiative designed to empower student entrepreneurs and recent graduates across India. This program provides a unique platform for aspiring founders to transform their innovative ideas into viable solutions addressing critical challenges in India. Now in its seventh year, the program builds on a strong legacy of supporting entrepreneurial talent by providing essential skills, mentorship, and exposure. Organized in partnership with prominent entities like Startup India, the Consulate General of India (Toronto), EKonnect, and the Schulich School of Business at York University, Canada, Together 7.0 embodies a collaborative spirit, fostering cross-border knowledge exchange and networking opportunities. The mission is to nurture a new generation of entrepreneurs who are "building for India, from India," aligning with national priorities such as Self-Reliability (Atmanirbhar Bharat), Sustainability, and Social Purpose. Participants engage in an intensive virtual bootcamp, benefiting from the expertise of global and Canadian trainers. This immersive experience is structured to help teams refine their business ideas, develop robust pitch presentations, and gain insights into market validation and go-to-market strategies. The bootcamp culminates in a highly anticipated pitch competition, where top teams present their ventures to a distinguished panel of investors and venture capitalists from both India and Canada. This initiative is pivotal for early-stage ventures looking for seed funding, strategic guidance, and invaluable connections to accelerate their growth.
2d — 11 Oct 2026