Don't fall foul of changes from the Bank of Canada

Plus, check out our new "opportunities" section for Vancouver tech initiatives you'll want to apply to.

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Emily Edwards
September 18, 2024

👋 Welcome back to VTJ’s Midweek Memo: the Vancouver tech events and opportunities newsletter you can’t miss.

This week, discover how not to fall foul of new rules from the Bank of Canada, apply to attend the three-day Vancouver Frontier Summit, view open jobs at Microsoft Vancouver, and plenty more.

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VTJ EVENTS

🗓️ Wednesday, September 18 | 🎟️ Register

  • Presenting partner: B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy

  • ​Join us this month for an exclusive event that highlights the work of B.C.’s impactful climatetech companies and their extraordinary leaders. Gain insights into what it takes to combat a warming world and learn from the experiences of passionate experts who are leading the charge in climatetech. Their stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership are not just inspiring — they are essential to understanding how we can collectively rise to the challenge of climate change.

🚨 Want 50% off this event? 🚨

Members get all VTJ events half price. Check your members-only Slack channel for your 50% off discount code.

Not a member yet? Sign up today for only $8.25. It pays for itself with just one event, plus you get a whole load of extra perks too.

🗓️ Thursday, September 19 | 🎟️ Register

  • ​Presenting partner: Bank of Canada

  • ​​​In November 2024, payment service providers (PSPs) offering services to the Canadian market must register with the Bank of Canada under the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA). Join this exclusive event and find out what PSPs need to know to prepare for registration, and the Bank’s supervisory expectations.

  • Following this update, engage with Bank experts at information stations to ask questions. This will be a great opportunity to connect with the Bank and network with industry peers gearing up for retail payments supervision.

🗓️ Thursday, October 24 | 🎟️ Register

  • Join experienced local founders sharing their success stories and practical strategies for effective fundraising.

  • Gain valuable insights into crafting compelling pitches, building meaningful investor relationships, and using Vancouver's unique resources to secure capital.

  • You’ll also network with fellow entrepreneurs and industry experts to exchange ideas and elevate your fundraising game. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your funding approach and connect with the vibrant Vancouver startup community.

SPONSORED BY COAST, AN INITIATIVE OF THE SOUTH ISLAND PROSPERITY PARTNERSHIP

Applications open for Pitchfest!

Are you an early-stage ocean tech entrepreneur? COAST invites you to apply for the upcoming COAST Pitchfest, happening on October 16 in Victoria. As part of COAST’s mission to support emerging talent and foster innovation in the Blue Economy, Pitchfest offers a platform to showcase bold ideas and entrepreneurial drive.

Five finalists will compete for a $10,000 cash prize, along with a one-year upgraded COAST membership (Navigator). The winner will also have the chance to meet with investors the following day. Plus, the event includes a People's Choice Award, where the audience gets to vote for their favourite pitch.

Click here to apply. Applicants must be B.C.-based, in the pre-commercialization stage, and a current COAST member. The deadline to apply is October 1.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

🗓️ Thursday, September 19 | 🎟️ Register

  • ​Are you a founder who is working on an exciting startup idea? Do you want to connect with other founders and get feedback, advice, and support?

  • ​Founders Huddle is a monthly event where up to three founders can use five-to-ten minutes to share what business they are building, what kind of challenges they are facing, and what kind of help they need.

  • The audience can ask questions, offer suggestions, and provide resources to help the founders overcome their obstacles and achieve their goals.

🗓️ Saturday, September 21 | 🎟️ Register

  • ​This unconference is focused on bringing hardware products into reality, like wearables, industrial sensors, machinery, and more. From industrial design to firmware, project management, or legal, if it's key to shipping hardware, it's a good fit here!

  • Share your hard-won lessons, your weird new way of doing something, and your dives down rabbit holes to learn from the best in Vancouver's hardware development community.

🗓️ Wednesday, September 25 | 🎟️ Register

  • ​Are you looking to break into tech sales? Are you currently working in the field?

  • ​Join for an insightful panel discussion with top sales leaders who have excelled in the tech industry. This event is designed to provide valuable insights, networking opportunities, and actionable advice for anyone interested in or currently working in tech sales.

SPONSORED BY DEVENGINE

Efficient remote engineering teams

DevEngine connects North American innovation companies with Latin American tech talent, crafting superb and cost-effective software, data, and cloud engineering teams. They also provide individual contributors to existing tech squads. Operating throughout Latin America, their main base is in Vancouver, renowned for its dynamic tech community and entrepreneurial mindset. Learn more at the DevEngine website.

🤝 OPPORTUNITIES

🗓️ September 23 | 🎟️ Apply

  • Access over $10 million from Vancouver-based Digital for new investment in CareerTech solutions that leverage technologies (such as AI, IoT, XR, blockchain, or quantum computing) to address global workforce development challenges.

🗓️ September 23 | 🎟️ Apply

  • Get part of at least $5 million of funding for tech that contributes to a sustainable Canadian AI ecosystem, courtesy of Vancouver-based Digital.

🗓️ Deadline September 30 | 🎟️ Apply

  • Get mentorship and two free certifications if you’re a student in Canada. This PwC program equips you with critical skills and experience to prepare you for the workforce of the future.

SPONSORED BY TOAST

More Women in Tech

The Toast Summit: Featuring a lineup of industry leaders and inspiring speakers. The Women in Tech Summit will delve into essential topics such as venture capital, women entrepreneurs, and leadership in the tech sector.

🗓️ No deadline | 🎟️ Use the tool

  • Access B.C.’s one-stop site for funding-related resources in the province.

🗓️ October 22-24 | 🎟️ Request to attend

  • Apply to the Vancouver summit to join a three-day event with international leaders and founders, creators, disrupters, and investors.

🗓️ No deadline | 🎟️ Apply now

  • Take part in a self-paced, free course open to all early-stage impact ventures that are making a positive social and/or environmental difference with their company. The program supports entrepreneurs who are seeking to identify the forms of funding best suited to their company’s needs and aspirations.

SPONSORED BY UNIVERSITY CANADA WEST

University Canada West’s micro-credential programs are focused on technology, business, and innovation. These courses can help you gain valuable and specific skills in a short amount of time. Current course offerings include Blockchain Project Management, Data and Web Analytics, Digital and Social Selling, Digital Strategy, and many more.

🤝 VANCOUVER TECH JOBS

Whether you're looking for a dream role or a dream employee, Vancouver Tech Jobs has you covered, with open jobs including:

Growing your team? Post a job with us »

SPONSORED BY MCAULEY PRIVATE WEALTH (RBC)

Achieve financial freedom with professional wealth management

McAuley Private Wealth at RBC DS is here to support technology entrepreneurs and executives

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