The summit will take place in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada — a fast-growing business and multicultural hub in Metro Vancouver.

The summit is scheduled for September 2026.

This summit is ideal for:

• Government officials and policymakers
• Business owners, CEOs, and entrepreneurs
• Investors and trade delegates
• Exporters and importers
• Institutions and development agencies

Attending a Canada conference like this provides:

• Access to international investors and partners
• Opportunities for business expansion into North America
• Exposure to Canadian markets and industries
• High-level networking with decision-makers

To attend a conference in Canada:

1. Register for the summit
2. Receive your official invitation letter
3. Begin your visa process with our official partner
4. Submit required documents
5. Travel to Surrey

Most international delegates require a:

👉 Canada Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV)

This allows you to attend conferences, business meetings, and short-term events in Canada.

Yes.

An official invitation letter supports your application by confirming:

• Purpose of travel
• Event participation
• Duration of stay

No.

Visa decisions are made solely by
👉 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

Registration and invitation letters do not guarantee visa approval.

Yes.

The summit partners with
👉 BorderPass – Official Immigration & Compliance Partner

BorderPass provides:

• End-to-end visa application coordination
• Document preparation and review
• Submission of visa applications through licensed Canadian immigration professionals
• Application tracking and support

Yes.

Through its network of licensed Canadian immigration professionals,
👉 BorderPass facilitates and submits visa applications on behalf of delegates.

No.

Africa-Canada Impact Exchange Inc. (ACIE) does not provide immigration advice or legal representation.

All immigration-related services are delivered exclusively through licensed professionals coordinated by
👉 BorderPass

No.

Visa approvals are determined solely by
👉 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

However, working with licensed professionals improves application quality and compliance.

No — not entirely.

With BorderPass support:

• Your application is professionally prepared
• Submission is handled through licensed immigration professionals
• You are required to provide documents and complete biometrics if requested

Processing times vary by country, typically:

👉 3 to 8 weeks or more

Early application is strongly recommended.

Invitation letters are issued within:

👉 7 business days after complete document submission

You will typically be required to submit:

• Passport photograph (white background)
• International passport data page
• Supporting document (business registration, employment letter, or ID)

There are three delegate packages:

• $1,000 USD – Access Pass
• $3,000 USD – International Delegate Experience
• $5,000 USD – Executive Investment Access

The Access Pass includes:

• Full summit access
• Networking sessions
• Delegate materials and accreditation
• Refreshments

It does not include accommodation, visa support, or travel logistics.

This package includes:

• Invitation letter
• Visa support coordination via BorderPass
• Hotel accommodation
• Airport support
• Business networking sessions
• Guided tourism experience

This premium package includes:

• VIP summit access
• Priority visa support
• Private transfers
• Business matchmaking
• Deal Room access
• Executive networking opportunities
• Enhanced visibility and promotion

Yes.

Visa support is included in:

• $3,000 package
• $5,000 package (priority support)

It is not included in the $1,000 package.

Yes.

The summit includes:

• B2B meetings
• B2G engagements
• Investment matchmaking
• Deal Rooms for investment-ready projects

Yes.

Eligible participants may:

• Participate in exhibitions
• Join business directories
• Present in Deal Rooms (subject to selection)

These are curated sessions where selected businesses and government agencies present investment-ready opportunities to investors and strategic partners.

Participation may require a separate application and fee.

Surrey is located near
👉 Vancouver

It is one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most diverse cities.

Accommodation is included in:

• $3,000 package
• $5,000 package

Yes.

Delegates may visit:

• Crescent Beach
• Vancouver attractions
• Optional premium destinations like Whistler

Yes.

Payments are processed through secure, internationally compliant payment platforms.

Registration fees are generally non-refundable due to advance event commitments.

Event credit may be considered in certain cases.

For full details, please refer to our Refund Policy available in the website footer.

Registration fees are not refundable due to visa refusal.

However, documented cases may be considered for event credit toward a future ACIE program.

No.

ACIE does not guarantee:

• Business success
• Investment outcomes
• Visa approvals

Yes.

ACIE is committed to protecting your personal data and does not sell or rent personal information.

Yes.

Participants who violate the Code of Conduct may be removed without refund.

For inquiries:

• Email: info@africacanadaimpactexchangeinc.ca
• Phone/WhatsApp: +1 778-323-6930