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If you’ve got Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) training on your roadmap for 2021, we’ve got the program for you! HR Tech Group has launched D&I training programs as part of their ongoing effort to increase the attraction, retention and advancement of underrepresented groups in the technology sector. Designed for executive-level leaders and board directors, this […]
Ecosystem
Six San Francisco Headquartered Tech Companies Hiring in Vancouver
The trend is undeniable. Tech companies hailing from San Francisco are setting up shop in Vancouver to gain access to our strong talent base. This trend shouldn’t surprise anyone. The strongest economic argument in Vancouver’s pitch to Amazon to build their HQ2 here was that the city’s tech workers have the “lowest wages of all […]
Talk Shop Launches $30K Women in Fintech Grant
PR Communications firm Talk Shop announced today the launch of a $30,000 Women in Fintech Grant. The grant, delivered as $30,000 worth of public relations and communications services, will be awarded to one early-stage fintech with a founder who identifies as a woman. The winner will be selected by a judging panel made up of […]
Venture Capital Deal Activity Robust In B.C. During Q3 2020
Hockeystick has released their BC Tech Report for Q3 2020 that summarizes venture capital deal activity in Q3. COVID-19 has not slowed down deal activity in the region, but its impact can be seen in the types of companies raising funds, exemplified by Thinkific’s $22 million raise to address remote learning demand attributed to COVID-19 changes […]
BC Tech Association Closes Tech Innovation Hub
The BC Tech Association announced yesterday that it is closing their BC Tech Innovation Hub at 887 Great Northern Way effective November 30, 2020. Techcouver had learned that MEC will be taking over the space. The 26,000 square foot Innovation Hub opened in 2014 with the help of $10.4 Million in Canada Accelerator and Incubator […]
Shop Local & Support Vancouver Tech With These 5 Direct-to-consumer Holiday Gifts
Black Friday is coming and you’re likely being bombarded with online offers and email discount codes tempting you to take advantage of the ‘lowest prices of the year’. The COVID-19 pandemic and corresponding lockdown will make holiday gift shopping harder than ever this year, making online shopping the solution. While Amazon is likely your go-to […]
Provincial Report Card Reveals Scale Up Gap In B.C. Tech Sector
For the fourth consecutive year, the BC Tech Report Card has given top marks to the province’s tech sector when comparing its performance to other industrial sectors in BC. When compared to tech sectors in other provinces, the grade remained unchanged at a B. Blending sector data and insights gathered by KPMG and the BC Tech […]
AbCellera, Cymax, Klue, Thinkific, and Unbounce Hiring Virtually Next Week
It’s a great time to be looking for a new gig in Vancouver’s tech ecosystem and Tech Talent Canada is making it easier than ever with their upcoming virtual job fair. Tech Talent Canada’s job fairs have been a huge success with 1,500+ educated, experienced, and diverse candidates at each of their events since they […]
Travel Accessories Brand Monos Launches Purifying Water Bottle Kiyo
With the spread of COVID-19 and subsequent travel bans, the travel industry has taken a significant hit world-wide. Vancouver-based travel accessories company Monos reacted quickly to their new normal and got to work, developing and launching a new product in April to help consumers now and for future travel. The CleanPod is a hand-held rechargeable […]
Building Industrial Strength Entrepreneurs in Western Canada with Founder Institute
Doing a startup is hard but there are so many support groups, community meet-ups, programs, associations, conferences and accelerators to help you. During the pandemic for numerous reasons many have decided to start their own business – for many its an extension of what they are already doing, but for others it’s a dream they […]