B.C.’s top startups are stepping onto the global stage.

BC Founder Faceoff: The $10K Pitch Competition

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At Web Summit Vancouver, the BC Founder Faceoff: The $10K Pitch Competition brings together some of British Columbia’s most promising ventures for a high-energy, live pitch competition at the BC Pavilion.

Building on the success of last year’s competition — where standout startups pitched in front of global investors and industry leaders — this year’s Pitch Off raises the stakes once again.

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A Showcase of B.C.’s Startup Talent

The competition features a curated group of B.C. companies, each delivering fast-paced pitches to a panel of expert judges. After preliminary rounds, top ventures will advance to a live finale — competing for a $10,000 prize and the opportunity to gain visibility on an international stage.

Meet the Companies

From life sciences and AI to cleantech and digital innovation, the Pitch Off highlights the depth and diversity of B.C.’s innovation ecosystem — and the founders driving it forward. Order is subjected to change.

Tuesday, May 12

12:00pm — 1:00pm

Wednesday, May 13

12:30pm — 1:30pm

Thursday May 14 

12:30pm — 1:30pm

The top 2 companies from each day will compete for the the top prize of $10,000.