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Organized by: Toronto International Society of Innovation & Advanced Skills (TISIAS)
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INTRODUCTION
The event aims to provide a global platform in Canada for inventors, innovators, students, professors and research scientists from around the world with spectacular ideas to grasp a special opportunity to showcase creative inventions, innovation projects and scientific research outcomes in this international event established in Canada. 2017 International Invention Innovation Competition in Canada, iCAN is the 2nd annual event which places main focus to offer a brand-new showground of international exchange, a stage of recognition for showing creativity and innovation for both local Canadian inventors and all international inventors.
Organized by Toronto International Society of Innovation & Advanced Skills (TISIAS), supported by Innovation Initiative Co-operative Inc. - "The Inventors' Circle", International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA), and World Invention Intellectual Property Associations (WIIPA), iCAN 2017 is arguably the first international invention exhibition and global networking event ever created in Canada for worldwide inventors and it is the place of celebration for all achievements made by talented inventors of today’s generation. iCAN 2017 will be held in Toronto, Canada joined by both local and international creative forces from diverse industries.
iCAN 2017 provides all-around program including the display and exhibition of inventions, educational seminars followed by the awarding ceremony of recognizable invention entry applications. The event will serve as a great opportunity for all participants to be recognized for creativity through their inventions and also introduce their innovative products to the Canadian market. Participation to the competition is flexible with two different methods for all applicants: in-person & long-distance (see below section for details).
Organized by Toronto International Society of Innovation & Advanced Skills (TISIAS), supported by Innovation Initiative Co-operative Inc. - "The Inventors' Circle", International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA), and World Invention Intellectual Property Associations (WIIPA), iCAN 2017 is arguably the first international invention exhibition and global networking event ever created in Canada for worldwide inventors and it is the place of celebration for all achievements made by talented inventors of today’s generation. iCAN 2017 will be held in Toronto, Canada joined by both local and international creative forces from diverse industries.
iCAN 2017 provides all-around program including the display and exhibition of inventions, educational seminars followed by the awarding ceremony of recognizable invention entry applications. The event will serve as a great opportunity for all participants to be recognized for creativity through their inventions and also introduce their innovative products to the Canadian market. Participation to the competition is flexible with two different methods for all applicants: in-person & long-distance (see below section for details).
VIDEOS from iCAN 2016
PARTICIPATION METHOD 1: IN-PERSON (EXHIBITION)
We highly acknowledge the fact that it is quite difficult for overseas individual/group applicants to join the competition on site in person. Thus, we provide a convenient way to participate that can allow you to join iCAN 2017 from home!
1) Download & Complete Your iCAN 2017 Application Form, and Submit by EMAIL to ican@tisias.org
SUMMARY OF HOW IT WORKS:
- The organizer will respond back to you with a reply to confirm your email submission and guide for next registration procedures
- You will be updated with Preliminary evaluation result for award, invitation letter, and procedures to registration fee payment
-> Each entry application nominated for award will be offered with 1 Exhibit Station at the exhibition to assemble your exhibits
-> In-person participants are eligible to compete for the Final Round Top Awards: Grand/Semi-Grand Awards, Best Invention Awards
-> You will be able to present your invention to the event organizer, representatives, visitors and guests and join the Award Ceremony
- The organizer will respond back to you with a reply to confirm your email submission and guide for next registration procedures
- You will be updated with Preliminary evaluation result for award, invitation letter, and procedures to registration fee payment
-> Each entry application nominated for award will be offered with 1 Exhibit Station at the exhibition to assemble your exhibits
-> In-person participants are eligible to compete for the Final Round Top Awards: Grand/Semi-Grand Awards, Best Invention Awards
-> You will be able to present your invention to the event organizer, representatives, visitors and guests and join the Award Ceremony
2) Enrichment Service for In-Person Participants Coming to Toronto (Optional)
LOCAL SERVICE OFFERED BY THE ORGANIZER (UPON REQUEST):
- If you require VISA to enter Canada, the organizer will provide an official invitation letter with approvals and specific statements
- The organizer is here to help you with any local needs, travel guide and useful information in Toronto
- If you require VISA to enter Canada, the organizer will provide an official invitation letter with approvals and specific statements
- The organizer is here to help you with any local needs, travel guide and useful information in Toronto
PARTICIPATION METHOD 2: LONG-DISTANCE (CYBER-STYLE)
Contestants who wishes to join in person to the iCAN 2017 Final Round Exhibition and Award Ceremony to be held on August 26th in Toronto are welcome to participate in the exhibition, present your inventions/projects, and compete for the Final Round Top Awards!
1) Download & Complete Your iCAN 2017 Application Form, and Submit by EMAIL to ican@tisias.org
SUMMARY OF HOW IT WORKS:
- The organizer will respond back to you with a reply to confirm your email submission and guide for next registration procedures
- You will be updated with Preliminary evaluation result for award, invitation letter, and procedures to registration fee payment
-> At the end of August to early September, the organizer will allocate your award package to be shipped to your mailing address
-> Award Package will include: Your iCAN 2017 Award Certificate(s), Medal(s), Event Catalogue CD, and iCAN Souvenir Bag/Item
- The organizer will respond back to you with a reply to confirm your email submission and guide for next registration procedures
- You will be updated with Preliminary evaluation result for award, invitation letter, and procedures to registration fee payment
-> At the end of August to early September, the organizer will allocate your award package to be shipped to your mailing address
-> Award Package will include: Your iCAN 2017 Award Certificate(s), Medal(s), Event Catalogue CD, and iCAN Souvenir Bag/Item
2) Enrichment Service for Long-Distance Participants at the Exhibition Site (Optional)
OPTIONAL ERVICE OFFERED BY THE ORGANIZER (FOR EXHIBITION):
- If preferred, you are able to send your invention/innovation project posters to the organizer before the Final Round Exhibition
-> The organizer will display your poster on site in Toronto and provide photos of your poster displayed at the exhibition venue
- If preferred, you are able to provide the organizer with a video, slideshow, or advertisement articles/flyers before the exhibition
-> The organizer will play your video/slideshow on the central overhead projector, place your advertisements/flyers on showdesks
- If preferred, you are able to send your invention/innovation project posters to the organizer before the Final Round Exhibition
-> The organizer will display your poster on site in Toronto and provide photos of your poster displayed at the exhibition venue
- If preferred, you are able to provide the organizer with a video, slideshow, or advertisement articles/flyers before the exhibition
-> The organizer will play your video/slideshow on the central overhead projector, place your advertisements/flyers on showdesks
ORGANIZING PARTNERS & DELEGATIONS
iCAN is an official event of Canada recognized by inventors' organizations worldwide: "CLICK HERE to see all of our global partners"
PARTICIPATION BENEFITS
★ BRAND-NEW ★
There are many international invention shows across Asia and Europe, but it's not the case for North America especially in Canada until TISIAS launched iCAN in the summer of 2016. As we get ready to host the 2nd annual iCAN 2017, we have fully set the tone for this new platform ready to showcase your creative inventions.
★ OPPORTUNITY ★
iCAN serves as a huge opportunity for you to be recognized with a Canadian award for innovation and creativity while also being able to introduce your innovative ideas to the Canadian market and local industries.
★ ECONOMIC ★
Entry fee is very low-cost compared to other international invention exhibitions that require thousands of dollars just to rent a booth.
★ CONVENIENCE & FLEXIBILITY ★
Participants are able to participate in the competition in 2 different ways: 1) in-person or 2) long-distance; depending on their situation and schedule. Either way, the organizer is able to address your needs and fufill your participation rights and privileges.
There are many international invention shows across Asia and Europe, but it's not the case for North America especially in Canada until TISIAS launched iCAN in the summer of 2016. As we get ready to host the 2nd annual iCAN 2017, we have fully set the tone for this new platform ready to showcase your creative inventions.
★ OPPORTUNITY ★
iCAN serves as a huge opportunity for you to be recognized with a Canadian award for innovation and creativity while also being able to introduce your innovative ideas to the Canadian market and local industries.
★ ECONOMIC ★
Entry fee is very low-cost compared to other international invention exhibitions that require thousands of dollars just to rent a booth.
★ CONVENIENCE & FLEXIBILITY ★
Participants are able to participate in the competition in 2 different ways: 1) in-person or 2) long-distance; depending on their situation and schedule. Either way, the organizer is able to address your needs and fufill your participation rights and privileges.
ENTRY FEE
Please contact organizer for price list
PAYMENT METHOD
Preliminary Awards Announcement Email (to be sent to applicants on or before July 1st) will consist of your Preliminary Evaluation Result, Invitation Letter, and the Invoice for Payment - in which you may process payment via following 3 methods:
1) TELEGRAPHIC WIRE TRANSFER
Payment beneficiary information (bank & account information) will be provided on invoice to allow international bank transfer
2) DEBIT/CREDIT CARD via PayPal (PayPal Account Not Required)We accept online credit card and debit card payments powered by Paypal secured payment system for the most convenient email invoicing/payment system
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3) CASH PAYMENT (IN-PERSON ONLY)
This 3rd method of payment is applicable only for those who are participating iCAN 2017 in person in Toronto on August 26th
Venue | North York Memorial Community Hall
What's Near? North York Centre Subway Station / Central Library / Shopping Centres / Food Court & Restaurants / Korea Town / Novotel Hotel / Park Areas
* North York is the central uptown area of Toronto (Greater Toronto Area) |
Transportation Information
iCAN 2017 participants will be able to travel in the City of Toronto easily by subway and local buses TTC
Hotel Accommodation (Recommended Options)
Hotel Novotel Toronto North York
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Montecassino Hotel & Suites
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Mary-am Suites
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