FinTech Innovation Hub

Revolutionizing financial services through cutting-edge technology and innovation in Ontario's thriving ecosystem

Global Industry Overview

Global FinTech Industry

B2B2X is the future of FinTech. The latest report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and QED Investors projects that by 2030, revenue from the financial technology sector will increase from US $245 billion to US $1.5 trillion.

Currently, FinTech represents 2% of the US $12.5 trillion in global financial services revenue. By 2030, this is projected to rise to 7%.

Payments made up 25% of FinTech equity funding of US $120 billion since the 2000s, projected to continue growing to US $520 billion.

The next FinTech wave is expected to be led by B2B2X, anticipated to reach US $440 billion in revenues by 2030 with a 25% CAGR.

$1.5T
Projected revenue by 2030
25%
CAGR for B2B2X
Canadian Excellence

Canadian FinTech Industry

A country of early adopters. The Canadian FinTech industry is on the cusp of full bloom, with several emerging trends suggesting a very promising future for the sector.

Market Leadership

Early adoption of innovative financial technologies

Growth Trajectory

Promising future with emerging sector trends

Future Innovations

Future of FinTech in Canada

Several futuristic trends continue to shape the future of FinTech in Canada, driven by evolving societal needs and technological advancements.

Key Innovation Areas

Focus on B2B FinTech Solutions with competitive edge over traditional financial services
Increased Investor Activity with economic improvements and decreased interest rates
Innovation and Disruption through disruptive products and intellectual property
Support for SMEs representing about 90% of businesses underserved by traditional services
Why Choose Ontario For FinTech

Financial Innovation Hub

A hotbed for financial servicing. Ontario has firmly proven itself as a pivotal hub for FinTech startups, considering 64% of Canada's FinTech firms are based in Ontario.

The global startup community recognizes the Toronto and Kitchener-Waterloo regions as among the most significant startup ecosystems worldwide.

In 2021 alone, 25 of the firms from the Deloitte Canadian Technology Fast 50 were from Ontario, with five being prominent FinTech companies.

64%
Of Canadian FinTech firms
25
Fast 50 firms from Ontario
Market Leadership

Ontario's FinTech Ecosystem

Ontario's comprehensive financial services infrastructure positions it as Canada's leading FinTech destination.

17,000+
Financial Services Firms
750+
FinTech Firms
8th
Global FinTech Hub Rankings (Toronto)
320,000
IT Professionals
Regional Strengths

Ontario's FinTech Hubs

Toronto

One of 10 global cities that function as a startup hub and centre for financial services. Home to Canada's five major banks and over 80% of foreign banks operating in the country.

Waterloo Region

Nearly double survival rate for first-year ICT startups compared to global average. Among the G-7's most favourable R&D tax and corporate investment tax rates.

Talent and Academia

World-Class Talent Pipeline

Ontario boasts a top-tier, publicly funded network of 23 universities and 24 colleges, leading to 70% of adult workers holding post-secondary education - the highest rate among OECD countries.

North America's Second-Largest Tech Cluster

Ontario is also recognized as North America's second-largest tech cluster with over 320,000 employed across 26,000 IT firms. 48% of Canada's IT workers are based in Ontario.

• 48% of Canada's IT workers are based in Ontario

• 23 universities and 24 colleges in the province

• 70% of adult workers hold post-secondary education

• University of Waterloo graduates are 2nd most hired by Silicon Valley

Access to Markets

Unparalleled Market Access

Canada's strategic location and comprehensive trade agreements provide unparalleled access to global markets for FinTech companies.

Canada's trade agreements cover markets valued at over US $50 trillion with 1.7 billion consumers.

Access to 187 million consumers within a day's drive of the Greater Toronto Area.

$50T
Market access value
187M
Consumers nearby
Industry Facts

Ontario's FinTech Industry Facts

1st
Largest FinTech sector in Canada
8th
In the global FinTech hub rankings goes to Toronto
2nd
Largest North American financial hub after NY
64%
Of Canadian FinTech firms are here
380,000
Professionals in financial services in Toronto alone
10th
Largest global equity exchange is here

Ready to Revolutionize Financial Services?

Join Ontario's thriving FinTech ecosystem and leverage world-class financial infrastructure, talent, and market access to scale your financial innovation.

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