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Jointly Solutions Wins BC Founder Faceoff: The $10K Pitch Competition at Web Summit Vancouver
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Jointly Solutions Wins BC Founder Faceoff: The $10K Pitch Competition at Web Summit Vancouver

B.C.’s top startups pitched for $10K as global investors descend on Vancouver

May 14, 2026 1:30:00 PM
Global Tech Returns to British Columbia for Web Summit Vancouver (May 11–14, 2026)
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Global Tech Returns to British Columbia for Web Summit Vancouver (May 11–14, 2026)

Hundreds of B.C. companies to be showcased as international tech leaders return to Vancouver for one of the world’s most influential innovation events

May 11, 2026 10:00:00 AM
Why Global Companies Are Choosing British Columbia as a Launchpad

Why Global Companies Are Choosing British Columbia as a Launchpad

There is a shift in the gravity of global innovation. While Silicon Valley remains a staple of the tech world, international leaders are increasingly …

May 4, 2026 9:00:01 AM
FutureTwin AI: Empowering the Next Generation with Smarter Guidance

FutureTwin AI: Empowering the Next Generation with Smarter Guidance

For today’s students, planning a career can feel like navigating a maze without a map. Industries are evolving faster than ever, traditional career gu…

Apr 30, 2026 9:00:03 AM
From Deep Space to Winter Harvests: How Maia Farms and BeriTech are Growing the Future of B.C. Agritech

From Deep Space to Winter Harvests: How Maia Farms and BeriTech are Growing the Future of B.C. Agritech

From the depths of space to the local grocery aisle, the way we produce and consume food is undergoing a radical shift. As global populations grow and…

Apr 23, 2026 9:00:00 AM
Bridging the Blue Economy: Mostar Labs and the Future of Marine Electrification

Bridging the Blue Economy: Mostar Labs and the Future of Marine Electrification

Across British Columbia’s 25,000 kilometres of rugged coastline, the push for maritime modernization often hits a familiar limit: the moment you leave…

Apr 20, 2026 9:00:00 AM
Meet the Disruptors: How B.C. Innovators are Tackling Global Challenges
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Meet the Disruptors: How B.C. Innovators are Tackling Global Challenges

From climate change and food security to healthcare access and digital transformation, today’s biggest challenges demand bold, scalable solutions. Acr…

Apr 16, 2026 9:00:00 AM
Lost Cartridge Creations: Building the Next Indie Game Adventure

Lost Cartridge Creations: Building the Next Indie Game Adventure

Imagine this: you’re navigating a strange and vibrant world filled with laser-eyed rubber ducks, looming dragons, and mysterious mechanical creatures.…

Apr 9, 2026 9:00:00 AM
Connecting British Columbia’s Most Investible Ventures with Global Capital

Connecting British Columbia’s Most Investible Ventures with Global Capital

The Investor Showcase, presented by Innovate BC

Apr 8, 2026 9:00:00 AM
EyeCareX: Building the Future of Vision Care in B.C.

EyeCareX: Building the Future of Vision Care in B.C.

Access to timely eye care is becoming one of the most overlooked challenges in modern healthcare. Across North America, optometry clinics are stretche…

Mar 23, 2026 9:00:00 AM
Turning Biomass into Climate Action: Takachar’s Portable Clean Energy Breakthrough

Turning Biomass into Climate Action: Takachar’s Portable Clean Energy Breakthrough

Across the world — and here in British Columbia — farmers and forestry operators face the same costly challenge: what to do with leftover crop and for…

Mar 18, 2026 9:00:00 AM
Discover B.C.’s Most Exciting Startups at the B.C. Venture Spotlight

Discover B.C.’s Most Exciting Startups at the B.C. Venture Spotlight

When Web Summit Vancouver returns in May, thousands of founders, investors, and technology leaders from around the world will gather to explore what’s…

Mar 12, 2026 9:00:00 AM

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