Welcome back to VTJ’s Midweek Memo: the Vancouver tech events and opportunities newsletter you can’t miss.
In this edition:
A workshop to move from AI experiments to workflows that stick
Two opportunities to get student talent working on your tech problems
An open invite to talk Vancouver tech with VTJ
UPCOMING EVENTS
🗓 Wednesday, August 5 | Apply
You have started using AI. Now you want it to pull real weight at work. This hands-on workshop gives you the thinking to get there.
What to expect: About 30 minutes to build the mental model together, followed by a live demo and an open AMA. You leave with the slides, a one-pager, and links for further learning.
Who it’s for: Anyone who has started using AI and wants to move from one-off experiments to workflows they can rely on. Founders, operators, analysts, and corporate professionals all welcome.
Free for VTJ Insiders.
SPONSORED BY INTEGRATED QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES
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🗓 Thursday, August 13 | Apply
We get a lot of requests for coffee meetings, quick drinks, and “can I pick your brain?” chats about Vancouver tech. We love the curiosity—but we can’t meet one-on-one with everyone.
So we host open office hours.
Every couple of weeks, we post up at a bar or café for informal, no-agenda conversation. Grab a beer, coffee, or tea and come talk to us about whatever’s on your mind—fundraising, storytelling, media, community building, where the ecosystem is heading, or something totally different.
🤝 NEW OPPORTUNITIES
🗓️ August 1 | Apply
Is your organization dealing with a challenge that needs a tech solution? Apply to work with BCIT computing students through the Industry Sponsored Student Projects (ISSP) program. Submit your project by August 1 and start working with your team in September.
SPONSORED BY SHAWNIGAN RETREATS
Your escape on Vancouver Island
Shawnigan Retreats offers the perfect cozy retreat for family gatherings or romantic getaways. Nestled by the serene Shawinigan Lake, our luxurious accommodations feature a sauna, hot tub, games room with ping pong, cards, and board games, and even a private pickleball court. Enjoy nearby hikes through breathtaking nature and unwind in comfort. With space for up to 18 guests, Shawnigan Retreats promises an unforgettable experience.
Explore Shawnigan Retreats and plan your getaway today. Learn more about Shawnigan Retreats.
🗓️ August 15 | Apply
Submit an engineering design challenge for 4th year students in electrical and computer engineering at UBC. This is an excellent opportunity to connect with new talent and explore ways that emerging technology can improve your business.
SPONSORED BY WEWORK
Ready to find your ideal workspace? For businesses of all sizes—from startups to enterprises—discover the coworking space that fits your needs. Connect with a WeWork professional today.
🗓️ Ongoing | Apply
Apply for this cost-sharing grant program that funds small, medium and large enterprises to support skills training for their workforces, including prospective new hires.
SPONSORED BY THE HIGH TECHNOLOGY FACILITIES GROUP
Rethinking your workspace strategy? Whether navigating a renewal, relocation, or rightsizing for cost savings, The High Technology Facilities Group at CBRE aligns your real estate with your needs. Connect with BC’s tech real estate experts.
👋 YOUR COMMUNITY
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