Get Ready for Web Summit Vancouver
Web Summit Vancouver – one of the world’s biggest tech and innovation conferences – is returning to British Columbia on May 11-14, 2026.
Are you ready?
The world’s premier tech conference is back in British Columbia
After an incredible first year, Web Summit Vancouver is returning to Vancouver, B.C., and with it bringing thousands of international innovators, investors, industry leaders and media to our region.
Pre-register and learn more about Web Summit Vancouver 2026 →
Are you a B.C. Startup?
Take part in Web Summit Vancouver's startup program and leverage one of the biggest tech and innovation conferences in the world to connect with experts, learn, expand your network, and grow your business.
Join us for the Road to Web Summit Vancouver 2026
Innovate BC is proud to continue its sector development initiative helping B.C. startups maximize their Web Summit Vancouver experience and capitalize on its potential to support their growth. This initiative is called ‘Road to Web Summit Vancouver, Powered by Innovate BC' (R2WSV).
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Help us shape the Road to Web Summit Vancouver 2026!
If you are a B.C.-based tech venture who participated in Web Summit Vancouver 2025, took part in Innovate BC’s Road to Web Summit Vancouver initiative, or are a part of the broader B.C. tech ecosystem, we'd love your input. Your feedback will help us refine our programming and better prepare B.C. ventures for future investor, customer, and partner engagement opportunities.
R2WSV is aimed at leveraging Web Summit Vancouver as a platform to attract investors, acquire customers, and drive growth for B.C. companies. As a part of the R2WSV, Innovate BC works alongside partners across the ecosystem to develop and implement a comprehensive suite of programming and events that enable B.C. companies to capitalize on the opportunities available at the conference. We aim to engage with partners that can also maximize participation from founders across British Columbia’s various sectors, regions, and diverse communities (including Indigenous, women, newcomers and people of colour).
Revisit this page and subscribe to our newsletter below for updates on how to participate as a delivery partner and as a startup.
Upcoming Events
Learn more about and register for upcoming R2WSV events and programs.
R2WSV Kick-Off Event
Want to learn more about R2WSV and how it will support you at the conference? Watch a recording of our Kick-Off event to hear from Innovate BC, Web Summit and the Government of British Columbia.
Additional Resources
We encourage you to engage with these additional resources and tools to support you leading up to Web Summit Vancouver.
B.C. Pavilion Inquiries
For questions about the B.C. Pavilion:
BCPavilionWSV@gov.bc.ca
Partnership Opportunities
Learn more about partnership opportunities at Web Summit Vancouver:
partnerships@websummit.com
Startup Program Applications
Apply to Web Summit Vancouver’s startup program:
startups@websummit.com
Investor Involvement
Investors interested in participating can contact:
investors@websummit.com
Stay Informed on Upcoming R2WSV Initiatives
Contact Us
If you have any inquiries related to Web Summit Vancouver, please contact us at wsv@innovatebc.ca