DRAGONS’ DEN producers are thrilled to be kicking off the 2025 audition tour in Toronto to find the next BIG THING in Canadian business! 

We know the GTA is a bustling hub for startups and thriving small businesses – Hush, Three Ships, Willful, and BoardBall are just some of the many successful Dragons’ Den alumni from Toronto.

DRAGONS’ DEN gives aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their businesses to a panel of wealthy Canadian business moguls – the Dragons. Successful pitchers will have a chance to earn real investment – from the Dragons’ own pockets!

On Saturday, Feb 8th, AUDITION in person for the historic 20th season of DRAGONS’ DEN!!! 

This is a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs and small business owners to apply and pitch their business concept for the chance to appear on national television. 

OPEN AUDITIONS

CBC Broadcasting Centre – 250 Front Street West, Toronto, ON

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 8th | 10 AM – 5 PM

Interested entrepreneurs can submit their application here: http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/auditions 

PLUS – on Thursday, February 6th, join us at the annual SHOP THE DEN market at CBC Toronto! Meet the entrepreneurs that have braved the Dragons and shop from 25+ ‘As Seen on Dragons’ Den’ businesses. 

NEW THIS YEAR – Join us for a fireside chat with Dragon Arlene Dickinson at 3:30 pm. Learn, ask questions, and talk to producers from CBC’s Dragons’ Den about the show.

Apply now