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Oliver Buchannon
William Johnson

William is VP of Strategy and Operations at Overstory Media Group and the founder of Vancouver Tech Journal.

The state of VC in BC: Numbers and narratives

The state of VC in BC: Numbers and narratives

With $2.4 billion in venture capital investment last year, the province came closer than ever to matching Ontario’s total.

Feb 24, 2025

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4 min read

New websites help identify made-in-Canada products

New websites help identify made-in-Canada products

As trade tensions escalate, two Vancouver entrepreneurs have each set up tools to help consumers support Canadian businesses.

Feb 18, 2025

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6 min read

Act now to avoid tariff impacts, say B.C. investors

Act now to avoid tariff impacts, say B.C. investors

Leaders from InBC, Pender Ventures, Get Fresh Ventures, and more give concrete strategies for startups to navigate political uncertainty.

Feb 11, 2025

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5 min read

Inside the new rules of raising capital

Inside the new rules of raising capital

‘If you're a Vancouver company trying to raise in the U.S. or Europe, investors will ask why you don’t have any local backers,’ says Pieter Dorsman, director of eFund.

Feb 3, 2025

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7 min read

January roundup: Already missed these 25 key Vancouver tech stories?

January roundup: Already missed these 25 key Vancouver tech stories?

The local ecosystem started the year strong with big leadership updates, funding closures, and sector growth.

Jan 27, 2025

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7 min read

The SF pull: How Silicon Valley shapes Vancouver's tech ecosystem

The SF pull: How Silicon Valley shapes Vancouver's tech ecosystem

Local founders are emigrating to the U.S. - but the merit of that move "depends on what and how you want to build,” say entrepreneurs.

Jan 20, 2025

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7 min read

The issues keeping local founders up at night

The issues keeping local founders up at night

From new tariffs to immigration laws, seven Vancouver leaders discuss their biggest business challenges in the current political turmoil.

Jan 14, 2025

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6 min read

Vancouver tech in flux

Vancouver tech in flux

A diverse spectrum of local leaders consider the ecosystem’s challenges, common frustrations, and causes for hope.

Oct 22, 2024

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6 min read

Onward: A message from William, VTJ founder

Onward: A message from William, VTJ founder

It’s time for Vancouver Tech Journal to grow to the next level.

Nov 30, 2023

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3 min read

“Yes, this is the right place for us”: Pierre Boutin on how VW is powering Canada’s shift to EVs

“Yes, this is the right place for us”: Pierre Boutin on how VW is powering Canada’s shift to EVs

We caught up with the outgoing chief executive of Volkswagen Group Canada to talk about generational infrastructure investments, Canadian tech talent, and EV economics.

Nov 23, 2023

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9 min read

Inside Eventmobi’s Run The World acquisition with co-founder Bijan Vaez

Inside Eventmobi’s Run The World acquisition with co-founder Bijan Vaez

We caught up with the Vancouver-based executive to discuss why the deal matters, and what comes next.

Aug 15, 2023

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4 min read

“Companies don't grow if people don't grow.”

“Companies don't grow if people don't grow.”

Boast’s CEO on staying focused in a competitive marketplace. This is your Friday Feature.

Jul 21, 2023

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9 min read

“Can this be huge?”

“Can this be huge?”

A Panache Ventures partner on how to get their money. This is your Friday Feature.

Jun 9, 2023

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13 min read

AbCellera, provincial and fed governments announce $701M co-investment in local life sciences infrastructure

AbCellera, provincial and fed governments announce $701M co-investment in local life sciences infrastructure

Province of B.C. chipping in $75 million, one of its largest biotech investments in history.

May 24, 2023

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4 min read

Nine notes: Latest VC data crystallizes Vancouver tech’s threats and opportunities

Nine notes: Latest VC data crystallizes Vancouver tech’s threats and opportunities

Victoria is hot. The Prairies are united (in their growth). And crises can predict which sub-sector capital will flow into next.

Mar 6, 2023

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6 min read

🏙️ Midweek Memo: Local jobs, pre-seed funding opportunities, and a tech social

🏙️ Midweek Memo: Local jobs, pre-seed funding opportunities, and a tech social

Plus, the Home Key needs your help.

Feb 22, 2023

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7 min read

#MFMVancouver: My First Million, live in Vancouver

#MFMVancouver: My First Million, live in Vancouver

Key details and FAQs for guests.

Feb 11, 2023

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3 min read

🏙️ 'Is Vancouver tech all hype?' Reddit responds

🏙️ 'Is Vancouver tech all hype?' Reddit responds

Plus, 10 stories you may have missed.

Jan 19, 2023

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4 min read

🏙️ A state of flux

🏙️ A state of flux

Vancouver tech's star is burning bright, but for how long?

Jan 15, 2023

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9 min read

Lunch with Shane Parrish, Ben Wilson, David Senra, and friends

Lunch with Shane Parrish, Ben Wilson, David Senra, and friends

Come hear lessons learned from studying outliers in Victoria.

Jan 11, 2023

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2 min read

Vancouver tech’s uncertain future

Vancouver tech’s uncertain future

Tech Journal founder William Johnson explores critical questions looming over the city’s innovation community.

Jan 9, 2023

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11 min read

🏙️ 'Maybe even a unicorn?'

🏙️ 'Maybe even a unicorn?'

A look over our shoulder at burgeoning tech ecosystems in Calgary and Victoria.

Jan 8, 2023

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8 min read

🏙️ The My First Million Podcast — IRL in Vancouver

🏙️ The My First Million Podcast — IRL in Vancouver

Join to the waitlist to hear details first.

Dec 21, 2022

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4 min read

🏙️Today is your chance

🏙️Today is your chance

To tell us what you think about us.

Dec 14, 2022

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3 min read

Calgary tech is calling

Calgary tech is calling

Join us this month for a window into the thriving tech scene in Alberta.

Nov 30, 2022

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5 min read

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