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Are you an eligible researcher ready to validate your idea and uncover its true commercial value? Lab2Market Validate is an intensive 4-month framework to test your innovations in a real-world market. Throughout this journey, you will launch your passion for entrepreneurship, forge a practical business skill set, and lock in the network required to transform…
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What support is available to help your venture go global? Expanding an early-stage tech venture internationally requires navigating unique hurdles, including long R&D cycles, complex IP strategies, and high capital needs. Join representatives from British Columbia’s Export Navigator and Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) for a practical roadmap on leveraging regional foundations and federal global… |
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Join us for the VANTEC Pitch Event, where we showcase an exciting lineup of promising companies across various industries. Enjoy an engaging afternoon filled with dynamic presentations from over 10 entrepreneurs, along with networking opportunities and refreshments. In person and streamed online A G E N D A Doors Open 3:30pm Networking 3:30 - 4:00pm… |
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NorthX has launched the 2026 University Call for Innovation, open to university-led ventures to accelerate commercialization, strengthen their business strategy, and bring climate hard tech solutions to market. If you're developing an innovation with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while creating economic opportunity, consider applying today. Visit www.northx.ca/funding for the detailed Applicant Guide…
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Traction, Trajectory & Target ROI Workshop Brought to you by Sales Primer & VANTEC Angel Network. Join Chris Stairs and Colin McWhinnie for this 2-hour high-impact session for founders preparing to raise capital—and needing to show investors the right numbers, not just a compelling story. $50 for a 2-hour intensive presentation FREE for VANTEC presenters…
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About this event Unlock the power of business development with real-world strategies, proven frameworks, and high-impact insights from an industry leader. Join this 90-minute webinar designed to elevate your business development skills, whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your edge. Led by Modestus (Modi) Obochi, a seasoned executive with over 25 years… |
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Meet BC’s top emerging tech startups at the 2026 NVBC Demo Day, presented by RBCx. Why attend? See pitches that usually happen behind closed doors. Watch select Top 25 companies from the 2026 New Ventures BC Competition pitch their startups live, outside of the judging room, for one exclusive evening. Get an early look at high-potential ventures. Discover… |
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You’ve probably been told that you should be raising in the U.S., finding customers in Silicon Valley, or building relationships there. But is Silicon Valley actually right for your business, and is now the right time? In this highly interactive presentation, Joanne Fedeyko will draw on 25 years in Silicon Valley and more than a decade…
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Curious about how SFU VentureLabs can help your company grow? Join Dave Thomas, Program Director at SFU VentureLabs and guests, for an online info session highlighting the programs, resources, and opportunities coming up through SFU VentureLabs and our partner organizations. Discover upcoming opportunities, including but not limited to: VentureLabs Business Development Program Rocket Builders Go-to-Market…
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Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers free webinars using MS Teams to help businesses gain a deeper understanding of the SR&ED program. This SR&ED general information webinar will provide an overview of the program. We will guide you through the eligibility criteria, qualifying expenditures, and the free… |
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Are you an eligible researcher ready to validate your idea and uncover its true commercial value? Lab2Market Validate is an intensive 4-month framework to test your innovations in a real-world market. Throughout this journey, you will launch your passion for entrepreneurship, forge a practical business skill set, and lock in the network required to transform… |
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We welcome all ACCREDITED INVESTORS to join us in person or online for our September Monthly Investor Meeting on Thursday September 17th, 2026 for an exciting line-up of investment opportunities and networking! ATTENDEES SHOULD SELECT EITHER THE MORNING OR AFTERNOON SESSION, NOT BOTH. The same companies will present in the morning (9am ET start; online…
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Presented by Export Navigator and 123 Defence, this three-part webinar series is for B.C. SMEs considering the defence market. Growing defence investment is creating new opportunities for Canadian companies. Many SMEs already develop technologies with both commercial and defence applications, but the defence market can be challenging to navigate when entering it for the first… |
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The 26th Annual NVBC Awards Ceremony is a hybrid event. Join us in-person at VIFF Centre (1181 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3M7) or online via livestream (link coming soon!) Join us in celebrating BC's best startups and see who's taking home over $250,000 in cash and prizes at the 26th Annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards,… |
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Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers free webinars using MS Teams to help businesses gain a deeper understanding of the SR&ED program. The Pre-claim approval webinar will provide a clear and practical overview of the pre-claim approval process. We will guide you through how to apply, who… |
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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. Our final session takes place on Thursday, September 24 at… |
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Presented by Export Navigator and 123 Defence, this three-part webinar series is for B.C. SMEs considering the defence market. Companies pursuing defence and dual-use opportunities may encounter requirements for organizational security screening, personnel clearances, protected information or Controlled Goods registration. These requirements can affect whether a company is eligible to bid, how quickly it can… |
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