​As we transition into 2025, Vancouver’s tech community faces an exciting yet challenging landscape, shaped by global uncertainty and local opportunity.

Startups and investors are navigating a rapidly shifting economic environment, marked by cautious capital flows and a growing need for resilient strategies. But there’s optimism that Vancouver’s tech ecosystem will continue to thrive.

​This event will dive deep into what lies ahead for the city’s tech sector, offering key insights into how founders, investors, and industry leaders can chart a course for success in the year ahead.

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​Ready to kick off your day with a cup of coffee and a dose of inspiration? Join a relaxed and engaging monthly meetup where product, program, and project managers come together to share insights, swap stories, and tackle the challenges we all face in our roles.

No formal presentations, no strict agendas — just open conversation, real-world experiences, and a chance to connect with fellow professionals in an informal, coffee-shop atmosphere.

The economic landscape of 2025 presents unique challenges and opportunities for startups and investors alike. As global markets remain uncertain, founders and venture capital firms are adapting to rapidly shifting dynamics.

With investment dollars flowing more cautiously and startup valuations undergoing recalibration, securing funding has become more complex. For founders, the ability to navigate these challenges is crucial, as strategies to shore up balance sheets, extend runway, and maintain growth momentum are more critical than ever.

Join an engaging discussion that delves into the evolving funding environment, offering practical insights to help both startups and investors thrive in this new era.

​​​Presented by VANTEC Angel Network, this event is for both startup entrepreneurs and angel investors that are interested in learning how to leverage registered accounts in the early fundraising rounds.

​VANTEC partners at Western Pacific Trust Company and Osler will create clarity on the capital raising benefits to entrepreneurs, and some related tax incentives that can make angel investing even more attractive.

Join Frontier Collective at SXSW conference 2025 and take your startup to the global stage. With $600M+ in deals and investment from their previous year’s Takeover, Frontier Collective is bringing startups, VIPs, networkers, and investor connections to SXSW from March 7 to 15.

Nominate a company (or yourself!) for a Canadian Cleantech Award, a celebration of the outstanding contributions of individuals, companies, and organizations driving innovation, sustainability, and economic growth in Canada’s cleantech sector.

Apply to the Call for Energy Storage Innovation, which underscores the shared vision of BC Hydro and CICE to advance and diversify sources of clean energy in B.C. The collaboration supports BC Hydro’s growth of its clean and renewable electricity supply while aligning with CICE’s focus on scaling made-in-Canada clean energy technologies.

SyncWith is hiring a Senior Full Stack Engineer

Cognitive3D is hiring a Sales Development Rep (SDR)

Deloitte is hiring an Analyst Relations Manager, Deloitte Global Consulting Services

Wealthsimple is hiring a Manager, Sales Operations