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SUMMARY:BC Business House
DESCRIPTION:The world is coming to Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada in 2026\nVancouver will host seven FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches between June 13 and July 7\, 2026.\nThe largest soccer tournament in history is expected to bring together millions of people across North America—including business leaders\, investors\, delegations\, and key opinion leaders. British Columbia (B.C.) is intentionally leveraging this global convergence to advance trade\, attract investment\, and accelerate commercial partnerships. Business and government leaders from British Columbia invite you to explore investment and economic opportunities at BC Business House during the tournament. \nInviting Business Leaders and Investors\nBC Business House is designed for senior business leaders\, investors\, companies\, founders\, and organizations actively pursuing commercial opportunities in British Columbia and priority global markets. \nWhether you are a local or international business leader looking to unlock opportunities in B.C. or abroad\, an investor seeking stable\, competitive\, and future-focused opportunities\, a Canadian company interested in exporting\, scaling\, or forming global partnerships\, or an organization supporting commercial engagement\, BC Business House provides a structured platform to connect\, explore\, and advance commercial discussions. Join us at BC Business House. \nAbout BC Business House\nLaunched by the Government of British Columbia\, BC Business House is the hub to advance trade\, attract investment\, and showcase B.C.’s key sectors and opportunities. \nRegister to join us at the Vancouver Convention Centre and access a dedicated space for business meetings\, meeting hosting\, and programmed events aligned with trade and investment objectives during the tournament. \nDiscover B.C.’s key industries through curated Sector Showcases. Connect with business leaders\, government partners\, investors\, and existing and potential customers to explore opportunities and advance commercial connections. Participate in targeted sector briefings\, followed by facilitated engagement with global and domestic leaders. \nWe also offer meeting and collaboration spaces for business engagement\, match viewing\, and additional programming. BC Business House is structured to move beyond introductions—supporting deal exploration\, partnership development\, and investment decision making while global leaders are convened in Vancouver. Score business wins during your tournament visit with us! \nSector showcase event schedule\nJune 12\, Friday – Tourism\nJune 17\, Wednesday – Energy*\nJune 19\, Friday – Life Sciences\nJune 23\, Tuesday – Mining*\nJune 25\, Thursday – Technology\nJune 30\, Tuesday – Agriculture & Food\nJuly 6\, Monday – Trade & Logistics Infrastructure\n*In collaboration with Invest in Canada
URL:https://venturelabs.ca/event/bc-business-house/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Centre\, 1055 Canada Place\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 0C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Partner and Community Events
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SUMMARY:Scaling to Exit: Founders\, Investors\, and the Realities of Growth
DESCRIPTION:Building and scaling a company is rarely a straight line. Founders face constant pressure to grow quickly\, attract investment\, navigate uncertainty\, and make high-stakes decisions that impact employees\, customers\, and long-term company outcomes. At the same time\, investors and advisors are evaluating what it truly takes to build globally competitive companies from Metro Vancouver. \nThis VEF event presented in collaboration with Fasken brings perspectives on growth from a founder\, investor\, and legal expert for a candid conversation about scaling companies in Canada\, navigating the realities of growth\, and preparing businesses for long-term success and potential exit opportunities. \nThrough personal stories\, operational insight\, and practical discussion\, speakers will explore the challenges and opportunities founders face as they move from early traction to scaling and sale. \nTickets are available June 1 \nEvent Moderator \n\n\nCamellia Ho\, Partner\, Smythe \n\n\n  \n5:00 – 6:00 PM: OPEN NETWORKING\nConnect with entrepreneurs\, investors\, ecosystem builders\, government\, academia\, and innovation champions from across the region. Light refreshments provided. \n6:00 – 6:15 PM: INTRO & WELCOME REMARKS \n\n\nWelcome & event introduction \n\n\nPartner remarks \n\n\nCommunity announcements \n\n\n6:15 – 6:20 PM: STARTUP LIGHTNING PITCHES \n\n\n5 presenters will pitch for 100 seconds each \n\n\nNo questions will be asked \n\n\nApply to pitch here: https://www.vef.org/pitch \n\n\n6:20 – 7:20 PM: FIRESIDE CHAT\n“Scaling to Exit: What Founders Need to Know to Grow” \nThis fireside chat explores the realities of scaling companies in today’s market\, including fundraising\, governance\, operational growth\, acquisitions\, exits\, and what investors look for in companies positioned for long-term success. Speakers will share lessons learned from building\, investing in\, advising\, and exiting technology companies\, along with practical insight for founders navigating growth in the Canadian ecosystem. \nThis panel includes 10 minutes of time for questions from the audience. \nSpeakers: \n\n\nThomas Park\, Chief Investment Officer\, InBC Investment Corp. \n\n\nAaron Rallo\, Founder\, Trovia and former founder of TSO Logic (acquired in 2019) \n\n\nModerator: Jon Conlin\, Partner\, Fasken \n\n\n7:20 –8:00 PM: CLOSING REMARKS & EVENT CONCLUSION\nA brief networking period will follow. The event concludes at 8pm sharp. \n  \nWho Should Attend \n\n\nFounders and startup teams \n\n\nInvestors and venture capital firms \n\n\nCorporate innovation leaders \n\n\nGovernment and economic development organizations \n\n\nAccelerators and incubators \n\n\nResearchers\, faculty\, and post-secondary innovation teams \n\n\nProfessional services firms supporting startups \n\n\nStudents and emerging entrepreneurs
URL:https://venturelabs.ca/event/scaling-to-exit-founders-investors-and-the-realities-of-growth/
LOCATION:Fasken Vancouver\, 550 Burrard St Suite 2900\, Vancouver\, British Columbia V6C 0A3\, Vancouver\, V6C 0A3\, CA
CATEGORIES:Partner and Community Events
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SUMMARY:Ask an Angel: What Investors Are Looking For
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Ask an Angel\, our monthly virtual investor office hours series presented in collaboration with VANTEC. From April through September\, founders will have the opportunity to connect directly with an experienced angel investor\, gain practical fundraising insights\, and ask candid questions in an interactive online setting. \nOur third session takes place on Thursday\, June 25 at 11 AM PDT and will focus on What Investors Are Looking For. \nLed by VANTEC’s CEO\, Aaron Stuart\, this session will break down the key qualities investors look for in early-stage startups. \nAaron will begin with a short 10–15 minute presentation\, followed by an open AMA-style discussion where participants can ask burning questions related to working with angel investors. \nThursday\, June 25 | 11 AM PDT | Online via Zoom \nRegister Now \nAbout Our Angel: Aaron Stuart\nAaron is the CEO of VANTEC Angel Network\, where he connects angel investors with high-potential startups across the province. Additionally\, he serves as COO of WUTIF Capital and previously held leadership roles at FrontFundr. With extensive experience in angel investing\, fundraising\, and capital formation\, Aaron brings valuable insight into what investors look for and how founders can position themselves for successful funding conversations.
URL:https://venturelabs.ca/event/ask-an-angel-what-investors-are-looking-for/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Launch Builders
DESCRIPTION:DISCOVER THE NEWEST PRODUCTS COMING OUT OF VANCOUVER\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaunch has been hosting exclusive events for the past 10+ years\, promoting connections within the startup ecosystem\, for companies of all stages and sizes. We’ve made our core focus to ignite meaningful conversations and relationships between builders and founders\, both locally and cross-border\, that will last for years to come. \nLaunch Builders Meetup is a chance to see demos of some of the best new products coming out of Vancouver and mix and mingle with fellow product-loving folks and enthusiasts over sushi and drinks. \n\nOur upcoming Launch Builders Meetup is a chance to see demos of some of the best new products coming out of Vancouver and mix and mingle with fellow product folk and enthusiasts over pizza and drinks! \n\nHighlights: \n\nJoin the Vancouver builder and innovator community for an evening of innovation and collaboration.\nWitness exciting product demos showcasing the latest innovations from Vancouver.\nNetwork with like-minded product enthusiasts over sushi and drinks.\n\nVenue: Downtown Vancouver. The exact address will be shared with guests after they register. \nDemo: Apply by June 14\, 2026. \nTickets: Now on sale. \nLaunch Builders Meetup is presented by Launch and Global Relay.
URL:https://venturelabs.ca/event/launch-builders/
LOCATION:Vancouver\, BC
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