The Canadian adaptation Dragons' Den first premiered in 2006.
Canada’s version brought the investor-pitch format to a Canadian audience after the British series had already established the concept internationally. Entrepreneurs present companies and proposals to Canadian business figures, seeking capital, expertise and connections in exchange for equity.
The Canadian programme is part of the same global format family as the British Dragons' Den, but it has its own presenters, investors and business environment. Its launch date is therefore distinct from the British programme’s 2005 debut and from the American Shark Tank premiere in 2009.
International adaptations often share the same dramatic structure while reflecting local industries and commercial culture. Comparing the dates helps map how quickly the format spread from its Japanese origin through British television and into other national versions.