J-StarX Program Toronto: Logistics and Mobility

Jun 02, 2026

Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) has launched the“J-StarX Program (Toronto: Logistics and Mobility)” (hereinafter “Program”), that aims to connect technologies wielding Japanese startups with relevant organizations and corporates in Canada to contribute them exploring the potential solutions toward the challenges that they are trying to tackle.

JETRO will partner with a contractor, who has a capacity to provide Japanese startups with introduction sessions to the Canadian market, workshops, and mentoring, as well as networking and engaging opportunities with key organizations, corporates, and investors.

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GENERAL INFORMATION	1. Subject: J-StarX Program (Toronto: Logistics and Mobility) 2. Term of contract: From the contract start date through March 19, 2027. 3. Closing date of application submission: 17:00 (EST) on June 16, 2026 4. Scope of Work: As indicated in Application Guidelines (Attachment 1)
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS	1. Qualification Requirement 1) Prospective candidate(s) engaged in the project must satisfy conditions stated in the Application Guidelines (Attachment 1) 2) NOT under the circumstances of being denied participation due to unethical and/or unlawful activities by either JETRO previous procurement offerings. 3) Prospective candidate(s) must meet the following minimum specification: - Incubator, Accelerator or any other related organization based in Canada - Experience working with international startups - Adaptability and flexibility to various markets 4) In addition, Prospective candidate(s) will be evaluated by the following preferred specifications: - Program implementation skill - Wide, various, open mentor network which matches the Program 2. Preparation of Application No oral, telephone, or facsimile will be accepted for any inquiries regarding the Program and the application submission. All costs of preparation shall be borne by the Applicants. The proposal document or presentation submitted by the Applicant should include the following information: A) Implementation details of each phase (See the Application Guidelines, Attachment 1) Phase 0: Program Promotion and Participants selection Phase 2: Bootcamp (Online and in Japan) Phase 3: Online program Phase 4: Program in Canada / Follow-up The followings shall be described in the proposal: - Mentor assignment process - Implementation structure (arrangement of personnel in charge / each responsibility) - Operating procedure, method, proposal on how to complete all the tasks of the project in an effective manner and enhance project outcome. B) Experience and Capabilities of the Organization - Experiences to implement and execute similar programs - Networking and information gathering skills to enhance project outcomes - System to manage personal/confidential information C) Program implementation skills of Assigned Personnel - Mentor network list with mentor profiles - Profiles of assigned personnels - Sector experience - Strong connection to relevant industrial associations, Canadian innovation ecosystem players, corporates, investors, and universities * Please list the organizations that Applicant is able to invite to the Pitch Day.
Delivery of Application	All Application and proposal document (see below) shall be sent to the following email address by 17:00 (EST) on June 16, 2026 A) Required Documents: - Application Form (Attachment 2) - Proposal document or PowerPoint presentation Attn: Ms. Ayako Greenberg, Ms. Ayumi Yamada E-mail: Ayako_Greenberg@jetro.go.jp Ayumi_Yamada@jetro.go.jp B) Language of Application: English C) Evaluation of Application: 1st evaluation: Screening of the proposals by JETRO Toronto 2nd evaluation: Presentation on Zoom Please include your scheduled availability at 8:00am - 9:00am (EST) / 7:00pm-8:00pm (EST) on June 19 - 25 in the Application Form. The call will include staffs from JETRO Toronto and JETRO Tokyo. The detailed schedule for the presentation will be notified to the applicants who pass the 1st evaluation. Evaluation criteria is indicated in Attachment 3. D) Number of partners 1 (one) partner will be selected. E) Announcement of Partner Tender will be announced to bidders by email. Given the nature of the bidding process, JETRO will refrain from providing feedback on the results.
APPLICATION ATTACHMENTS:	Attachment 1: Application Guidelines ＜PDF＞ (558KB) Attachment 2: Application Form ＜Word＞ (33KB) Attachment 3: Evaluation Sheet ＜Excel＞ (35KB) Attachment 4: Service_Agreement_Draft ＜PDF＞ (187KB)
CONTACT INFORMATION	JETRO Toronto Attn: Ms. Ayako Greenberg, Ms. Ayumi Yamada E-mail: Ayako_Greenberg@jetro.go.jp Ayumi_Yamada@jetro.go.jp

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