in Canada for research-based startups
U of T at Collision
Find out why U of T is the place
to innovate. Connect with us
at Collision this June.

The University of Toronto is Canada’s leading engine for
research-based startups and a global leader in transforming
ideas into products and services that impact the world.
in University-managed incubators globally
companies created
jobs created

Campus Innovation Ecosystem Tours
Join us for a curated tour focused on the university’s leading innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Meet us at Collision
The University of Toronto is proud to partner with Collision, North America’s fastest-growing tech conference. The annual event is returning to Toronto this June, welcoming market leaders, tech experts and the media to determine where the world is heading next.
June 26-29, 2023
Enercare Centre, Toronto


Our innovation ecosystem continues to enjoy incredible growth, and Collision is an excellent opportunity to shine a light on this momentum and the impact our entrepreneurial ecosystem is having globally.
Jon French, Director, U of T Entrepreneurship
Featured Speakers
Check out the notable U of T faculty, alumni and startup founders speaking at Collision.
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Schedule Highlights
Tune in for talks with U of T startup founders, alum and faculty, happening at Collision:
June 27, 11:55 AM – 12:15 PM
Trust Matters: The Importance of Ethical Leadership
How important is trust in the corporate world? In this session, industry leaders highlight the importance of listening when trying to build trust and answer the needs of consumers. They also examine why organizations must lead ethically and sustainably, putting value and respect at the heart of their actions.
June 28, 2:15 PM – 2:30 PM
The Future of Quantum Computing
What does a future with a functioning fault-tolerant quantum computer look like? In this session, Christian Weedbrook, the founder and CEO of Xanadu – a leading quantum computing company based in Toronto – explores this question by diving into current research and practical use cases.
June 28, 3:20 PM – 3:40 PM
Shopify and the Future of Commerce
Shopify COO Kaz Nejatian explores the latest technologies – including AI, mobile and community commerce – enabling brands to connect with customers in authentic ways, even while competing in a crowded retail market that has ever-changing consumer demands.
June 28, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
In Conversation with the Godfather of AI
Cognitive psychologist and computer scientist Geoffrey Hinton – the 'godfather of AI' – started researching AI more than 40 years ago, when it seemed more like science fiction than reality. Join Geoffrey, in conversation with the Atlantic CEO Nick Thompson, for an exploration of the future of AI and a deep dive into its potential impact on society.
June 29, 1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Day 4 | Opening Remarks
Ariel Garten will bring opening remarks to kick off the fourth and final day of Collision.
Featured Startups
Get to know the U of T-connected startups that will be featured at Collision.
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Ways to engage with U of T
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and entrepreneurship at U of T.
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Get involved as a community partner, speaker or supporter
Book Collision tickets
Startup? Apply for Collision's ALPHA program for startups.
ALPHA shines a spotlight on early-stage startups with outstanding potential, connecting them with the world's most influential people and companies.
Join the global community of startups, each one selected by the Collision team. Chosen startups will receive three tickets to Collision, access to Investor to startup meetings, eligibility to apply for PITCH, masterclasses and more.
Apply at: collisionconf.com/startups
BLACK-OWNED STARTUPS
Black-owned startups selected for the ALPHA program are eligible for an additional 25% discount on ticket packages.
Collision's developer program is about giving back to active members of the open-source community.
Tickets are available by application and if selected, attendees enjoy full access to Collision, entry to the Developer Lounge and the opportunity to attend a program of masterclasses and roundtables.
Apply at: collisionconf.com/developers.