Welcome back to VTJ’s Midweek Memo: the Vancouver tech events and opportunities newsletter you can’t miss.
In this week's issue:
YC interview prep from people who've been through it
A midyear check-in on Vancouver tech
A chance to shape Web Summit programming for 2027
Contact [email protected] for more information.
UPCOMING EVENTS
🗓 Monday, June 29 | Register
There's no shortage of AI tools - the real question is which ones are worth your time, and how to actually use them to get work done.
Vancouver Tech Journal in partnership with Cornerstone Community College is bringing hands-on workshop helps you cut through the noise: explore today's AI landscape, figure out what fits how you work, and build a personal stack you'll actually use. Expect live demos, real experimentation, and takeaways you can act on immediately.
No technical background needed — just curiosity and a willingness to try things.
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🗓 Tuesday, June 30 | Register
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.
SPONSORED BY FASKEN
Shape the future with Fasken
In a rapidly evolving industry, FinTech innovators need legal partners that understand the environment. As the only Canadian firm with deep experience in emerging technology and financial services & payments, Fasken can help you navigate the complexities at the intersection of financial services and emerging tech. Learn more.
🗓 Wednesday, July 8 | Register
With Web Summit in the rearview mirror and the year already half gone, we're bringing together some familiar faces to dig into what's shaped Vancouver tech in 2026 — and what the rest of the year might hold. Good conversation guaranteed.
SPONSORED BY WEWORK
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Flexible workspaces that work harder for your business. WeWork helps companies of all sizes reduce overhead while creating environments where employees love to work. Better spaces, better results, better bottom line. Connect with a WeWork expert today.
🗓 Thursday, July 9 | Register
The YC interview process is infamous for being a rapid-fire sprint and one of the most nerve-wracking 10 minutes of your life.
Althra has brought together a panel of YC alum and a founder who bypassed the accelerator route entirely to raise a pre-seed round. We are going behind the scenes of their contrasting journeys to hear their raw experiences and find out if they actually recommend going through the program.
🤝 NEW OPPORTUNITIES
Technology & AI Enablement Lead at Segev
🗓️ Ongoing | Email [email protected] for information
Segev is hiring a hands-on Technology & AI Enablement Lead to support the firm’s Microsoft-first technology environment and help improve workflows using existing tools (not custom-built AI). You’ll keep operations stable and secure and help adopt modern productivity and AI capabilities responsibly—through disciplined testing, strong data and privacy hygiene, and practical training for lawyers and staff.
🗓️ Ongoing | Apply
Complete the survey for a chance to win a free ticket to Web Summit Vancouver 2027!
If you are a B.C.-based tech venture who participated in Web Summit Vancouver 2026 and took part in Innovate BC’s Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2WSV) initiative, Innovate BC wants your input. Your feedback will help refine programming and better prepare B.C. ventures for future investor, customer, and partner engagement opportunities.
🗓️ 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 THE HIGH TECHNOLOGY FACILITIES GROUP
Are your office needs changing? Connect with The High Technology Facilities Group at CBRE – the Vancouver team representing BC’s tech companies, to find unique workspaces that drive productivity, attract top talent and create culture.
🗓️ 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.
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