Six university-linked startups took the stage at Web Summit Vancouver today as the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University teamed up to showcase the next generation of climate and agritech ventures. Held at the Climate Innovation Zone, the University Power Pitches featured five-minute presentations from emerging companies working on problems ranging from plastic […]
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VEF Showcases Women in Tech Founders Ahead of Web Summit
Vancouver’s startup ecosystem will get an early look at emerging women-led ventures next week as the Vancouver Entrepreneurs Forum (VEF) hosts its Road to Web Summit Vancouver Women in Tech & Impact Tech Pitch Showcase. Set for April 21 at UBC Robson Square, the evening event brings together founders from the 2026 R2WSV Women in […]
UBC Ventures Take Stage at Investor Showcase
Twelve ventures founded by University of British Columbia researchers and students will pitch to investors next month as part of Innovation UBC’s annual Investor Showcase. Set for April 14 at UBC Robson Square, the event highlights a new cohort of early-stage companies emerging from one of Canada’s leading research institutions, spanning sectors including health, artificial […]
Innovation UBC Prepares 17 Ventures for Investor Showcase at Robson Square
Innovation UBC is set to host its annual Investor Showcase on Tuesday, May 13, highlighting 17 emerging companies at the UBC Robson Square. This year’s event will spotlight a diverse range of ventures, industry sectors, and founders, all aiming to deliver solutions with real-world impact. Among the presenters are three alumni ventures — Incisive Ventures, […]