VentureLabs accelerates deeptech, science, and innovation-based companies that have winning propositions and strong potential to scale up. Our core program Perago is a growth-stage deeptech accelerator helping ventures with the unique challenges that accompany the innovation of complex technologies. We connect entrepreneurs with experienced mentors and a network of resources focused on tackling the unique challenges and complexities faced by innovators.
So, what do companies actually get from SFU VentureLabs? And how does VentureLabs help companies scale?
Community Hub
We are a community of entrepreneurs, mentors, business executives, educators, and creative thinkers passionate about big ideas and tackling even bigger challenges.
Tailored Approach
We equip companies with the right resources at the right time, unlike cohort-based programs. Our initiatives are venture-centred and curated, driven by our entrepreneurial team. Benefit from expert office hours, company-investor showcases, and more.
Top Experts
Our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIRs) and experts have built, scaled, and exited standout ventures while overcoming the same challenges common to companies today. Now they’re paying it forward to help BC innovators.
Strong Network
Plug into VentureLabs’ network of partners, founders, investors, experts, and government agencies.
Co-working Space
Our downtown Vancouver location has over 2300 square metres of collaborative spaces, 10 meeting rooms, and a community event space, plus workstations or offices for companies to rent.
Commercializing Innovation and Invention
VentureLabs welcomes companies across BC, not just SFU-related startups. We are a supportive innovation community where ventures get the guidance and resources they need to scale successfully.
Our Programs
We work with science and tech-based ventures to help them scale and grow their companies effectively through our specialized accelerator programs. Each program has different end goals and processes to fit your venture's needs at different stages of growth. All programs combine close mentorship, venture curriculum and other resources to maximize benefit to participants.
Ecosystem Events
VentureLabs hosts a variety of events tailored for our member companies and ecosystem members. These events span across workshops, business development, women entrepreneurship development, IP, curated meetings with investors, international delegations, trends in investment, partnerships, and much more.
Updated: June 2026
