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Stay and Build: Why The New Canadian Founder Mindset Matters

At Toronto Tech Week’s Homecoming event, some of the country’s most influential tech leaders took the stage. But instead of hyping Silicon Valley dreams or glorifying exits, they delivered something far more powerful: a heartfelt call for the next generation of Canadian entrepreneurs to stay, build, and believe in what’s possible right here at home.

In a landscape that often celebrates big funding rounds and U.S. expansions, their message hit differently. You don’t need to leave to build something world-class. You don’t need to sell early to win. And you don’t need to be anywhere else to do something great.

Key Takeaways

A rallying cry from homegrown giants
Shopify President Harley Finkelstein told founders to “say no to leaving, no to selling out.” His message was rooted in belief in Canadian talent, in our culture, and in the future we’re shaping.

Proof that you can win from here
Cohere co-founder Aidan Gomez shared that they turned down a nine-figure offer to prove world-class AI could be built in Canada. They’re not staying local out of loyalty, they’re doing it because this is where real opportunity lives.

Entrepreneurship as nation-building
Wealthsimple CEO Mike Katchen reminded the room that building companies isn’t just about personal success. It’s about shaping Canada’s economy, especially as we move from a resource-driven country to one powered by ideas and innovation.

Why It Matters

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to look south for validation, you’re not alone. But that mindset is shifting. More Canadian founders are choosing to stay, scale, and succeed on home turf, not as a compromise but as a commitment to what’s possible here.

We don’t just need more companies. We need more stories of people who built bold, meaningful things in the communities they live in. Saying no to leaving is a powerful yes to growing something that reflects our values, fuels our economy, and inspires the next generation.

Success doesn’t have to mean crossing a border. Sometimes, it means planting roots and making something incredible right where you are.

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