The premier nexus for Canadian business innovation
Sponsoring or exhibiting puts your brand in front of an audience that has already raised its hand — and in front of millions more across the CanadianSME channels before and after the day itself.
A unique opportunity to connect with small business owners
Sponsoring the Small Business Summit is an unparalleled opportunity to foster meaningful connections within the heart of Canada's entrepreneurial landscape. It elevates your brand's visibility and credibility, and aligns it with the values of innovation, resilience and growth that drive SMEs.
Who you'll reach
Attendee profile at the CanadianSME Small Business Summit.
Sponsorship opportunities
A sponsorship here is not a logo on a banner. It is a full day in the room with the people who decide what Canadian small businesses buy, build and believe in — founders, operators and the partners who serve them. Every package below is a different depth of that access, and every one can be tailored to the outcome you care about.
Event association and exclusive event partner recognition. You are recognized as the primary sponsor with prominent 'in association with' branding throughout the event.
- Event association: the Summit acknowledged as 'in association with' your brand
- Logo coverage across event literature, website, social media, media wall, leaflets, digital boards and stage
- Premium 10 × 20 ft booth in a prime location
- Brand exposure in all press releases and web banners
Recognition as a platinum partner for Small Business Summit 2026, with comprehensive branding across the event.
- Platinum partner event association
- Logo across event literature, website, social media, media wall, leaflets, digital boards and stage
- Premium 10 × 20 ft booth location
- Brand exposure in press releases and web banners
Diamond partner recognition for the Small Business Summit 2026 with keynote and premium booth placement.
- Diamond partner event association
- Logo across event literature, website, social media, media wall, leaflets, digital boards and stage
- Premium 10 × 20 ft booth location
- Brand exposure in press releases and web banners
Positions your brand at the forefront, fostering connections with influential industry stakeholders.
- Prominent logo placement on the Summit website
- Logo in direct mails, invitations and magazine inserts
- Logo across all social media platforms
- Logo on the media wall, Summit leaflets and stage
Enhanced visibility and valuable engagement opportunities across the Summit.
- Prominent logo on the Summit website
- Logo in direct mails, invitations and magazine inserts
- Logo across all social media platforms
- Logo on the media wall, Summit leaflets and stage
Comprehensive exposure and benefits across the Summit for your brand.
- Prominent logo on the Summit website
- Logo in direct mails, invitations and magazine inserts
- Logo across all social media platforms
- Logo on the media wall, Summit leaflets and stage
Exclusive sponsor of the key networking reception — your brand synonymous with community-building.
- Branding throughout the reception venue: banners, digital displays, table signage
- Customized engagement activities such as a photo booth, games or raffle draw
- Exclusive networking access for your representatives with VIPs, speakers and business leaders
- Named as exclusive sponsor in pre-event marketing, website, social media and press releases
The first point of contact for every attendee — maximum exposure from the moment participants arrive.
- Prominent branding at the registration desk visited by every attendee
- Exclusive rights to brand the registration area
- Named as exclusive Registration Desk Sponsor in pre-event emails and social posts
- Logo and link featured on the official event website
A distinctive, constant branding opportunity worn by every attendee.
- Your logo on all attendee lanyards
- Constant brand visibility throughout the event
- Special mention in event marketing, emails, social media and website
- Sole branding on lanyards
A tech-forward way to engage attendees with prominent digital exposure.
- Logo on the app landing page, headers, footers and splash screens
- Dedicated 'sponsored by' section for your content
- Branded push notifications (subject to approval)
- Custom content: sponsored sessions, video messages or digital brochures
Sponsor the central Demo Stage in the exhibition area, with announcements throughout the event.
- No fewer than 12 opportunities to interact with attendees on and off stage
- Recognition as a pillar of community support for small business
- Three 10-minute presentation slots
- Logo and session details on the website Demo Stage section and event programme
Your brand travels with every attendee during and after the event.
- Logo prominently displayed on all delegate bags
- Promotional insert: brochures, flyers or merchandise inside the bags
- Special mention in event emails, social media and press releases
- Extended brand recall as attendees reuse the bags
Associate your brand with the event's highlight sessions and their peak attendance.
- Brand association with an influential keynote speaker
- Exclusive on-stage signage and logo on screen before and after the keynote
- Named as Keynote Speaker Sponsor in marketing, social posts, press releases and website
- Logo in digital broadcasts or live streams of the keynote
A seat in a candid discussion about the evolving SME landscape with industry experts.
- Expert positioning for your brand and representative
- Interactive engagement with fellow panellists
- Direct audience insights from a diversified SME audience
- Brand synergy through shared reach with other experts
Present a workshop or masterclass and position your organization as a thought leader.
- 30-minute workshop or masterclass on your topic of expertise
- Logo and workshop description on the event website
- Session description and speaker bio in the event programme
- Promotion in pre-event newsletters and social posts
A dedicated Demo Stage slot to spotlight your innovations in front of SME decision-makers.
- Live product showcase in real time
- Engage and educate: explain features, benefits and answer questions
- Lead generation with a keen, relevant audience
- Immediate feedback to inform future product iterations
Past and present sponsors
Tiers as published on the current Summit site. Confirmation of 2026 status is pending for some partners.
