Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada

Overview

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Following the successful delivery of the Canadian Technology Accelerator Mentoring Programme, the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada once again turned to Trustek to curate and deliver a high-impact event: “Driving Innovation in Commercial Real Estate: Lessons Learned from Canada & the UK.”

This exclusive, invitation-only event aimed to strengthen cross-border collaboration between Canadian and UK PropTech and real estate professionals, fostering partnerships and knowledge exchange across both markets.
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Event Objectives

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1. Facilitate dialogue between PropTech innovators and real estate decision-makers from both countries.

2. Highlight key insights, trends, and lessons learned in digital transformation and innovation within the built environment.

3. Provide a platform for Canadian CTA cohort companies to showcase their solutions to the UK market.
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Event Highlights

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Breakfast Networking:
Opened the day with curated introductions between senior UK and Canadian PropTech leaders, investors, and real estate owners.
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Panel Discussion:
Featured an expert-led dialogue on innovation in real estate, data-driven decision-making, and the evolving PropTech landscape in both regions.
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Closed-Door Round Table Pitch Session:
Offered a unique platform for the Q1 2025 CTA cohort to pitch their technologies directly to UK-based developers and investors, generating genuine partnership opportunities.
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Outcome

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The event received outstanding feedback from attendees and the Department alike.

1. Described as “engaging, insightful, and highly productive.”

2. Sparked multiple cross-border collaborations and commercial discussions.

3. Cemented Trustek’s reputation as a trusted connector between technology and real estate sectors internationally.
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Conclusion

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This event demonstrated how Trustek’s strategic, relationship-driven approach can extend beyond mentoring to foster international collaboration and innovation in PropTech. By connecting ecosystems and facilitating meaningful dialogue, we continue to play a central role in shaping the future of real estate technology across borders.