Ontario AI Export Business Mission to World AI Cannes Festival, February 10–13, 2026, Cannes, France

World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) 2026 will take place February 12–13, 2026. This elite event brings together a high-caliber mix of AI innovators, global tech leaders, fast-scaling startups, and enterprise decision-makers. Organized by the creators of Big Data & AI Paris, WAICF is purpose-built for real-world use cases, international B2B lead generation, and cross-sector strategic partnerships.

The 2026 edition is expected to feature: more than 10,000 business attendees; over 220 international exhibitors, including companies such as Google, Meta, NVIDIA, AWS, Airbus, Hugging Face, Alibaba, JP Morgan, and Accenture; 320+ global speakers from industry, academia, and public institutions; 600+ pre-arranged business meetings, powered by WAICF’s AI-driven matchmaking platform; and strong representation from key sectors: healthcare, fintech, cybersecurity, mobility, energy, manufacturing, retail, and government.

The Ontario Mission will include:

  • 1:1 export advice and consultation
  • Market and sector briefings on key trends and opportunities in Europe
  • Site visits and pitch sessions
  • Marketing and promotional support
  • On-site assistance during the trade show
  • Co-exhibitor plug-and-play kiosks within the branded Ontario/Canada Pavilion
  • Unlimited exhibitor badges (exhibit-only access for additional staff)
  • Company logo and profile featured on the official WAICF website
  • Unlimited access to the BBCM matchmaking platform, allowing direct B2B meeting scheduling with qualified attendees (exhibitors, visitors, and speakers)
  • Participation in a premium networking cocktail at the Majestic Hotel, engaging with high-profile delegates and decision-makers. 
The mission will be delivered in close collaboration with Ontario’s Trade and Investment Offices (TIOs) in Europe and the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS).

Booths will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Companies that complete payment first will have priority in selecting their booth location. Applications will be reviewed and approved as they are received, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot.

The cost to exhibit is CAD $3,900.

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