Applications open for Atlantic AI Trade Mission to ALL IN 2026

Digital Nova Scotia to lead Atlantic Canadian delegation to Canada's largest artificial intelligence event
HALIFAX, NS — June 29, 2026 — Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is now accepting applications for the Atlantic AI Trade Mission to ALL IN 2026, Canada's largest artificial intelligence event. Taking place September 16–17, 2026, in Montréal, the mission will support up to 25 AI-enabled companies from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador as they connect with investors, buyers and strategic partners from around the world.Hosted in one of the world's leading AI ecosystems, ALL IN attracts more than 6,500 participants from over 40 countries, and serves as a key gateway for companies seeking international growth opportunities, investment exposure and strategic partnerships.Building on the success of the Atlantic AI Trade Mission to ALL IN 2025, the 2026 initiative will provide participating companies with discounted conference access, opportunities to showcase within the Atlantic Canada Pavilion, networking events, investor engagement opportunities, business development support and curated matchmaking activities. Participants will also benefit from a coordinated Atlantic Canada presence designed to elevate the region's growing leadership in applied and responsible artificial intelligence.The 2025 mission generated significant economic impact for participating organizations, resulting in $7.76 million in short-term sales, investment and funding opportunities, and $55.88 million in long-term opportunities. A total of 33 Atlantic organizations participated, conducting 239 business meetings and securing 91 follow-up discussions.The Atlantic AI Trade Mission is delivered by Digital Nova Scotia in partnership with Invest Nova Scotia, Opportunities New Brunswick, TechNL, Venn Innovation, VOLTA and ecosystem partners from across Atlantic Canada, while financial support is provided in part through the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Agreement between the Government of Canada and the governments of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.Applications are open until September 1, 2026. Companies interested in participating can learn more and apply at: https://digitalnovascotia.com/programs/trade-missions/all-in-2026/
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