Welcome back to VTJ’s Midweek Memo: the Vancouver tech events and opportunities newsletter you can’t miss.
In this week's issue:
Tonight: year two of Web Summit gets its post-mortem
A new event for IT and tech leaders in the Lower Mainland
A midyear check-in on Vancouver tech
UPCOMING EVENTS
🗓 Wednesday, May 27 | Register
Now that the dust has settled, we’re bringing together local leaders from the worlds of tech, startups, and government to unpack year two of Web Summit Vancouver.
Speakers include:
Kiersten Enemark - Director of B.C. Affairs, Council of Canadian Innovators
Rob Goehring - Executive Director, AInBC & CEO, Wisr AI
Amanda Baron - Co-Founder, Jointly
Jinny Wu - Director of Marketing and Communications, Innovate BC
Ka-Hay Law - CIO, NorthX Climate Tech
SPONSORED BY QUEER BUSINESS BC
Support for queer entrepreneurs and professionals
Queer Business BC is the hub for 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs and professionals in B.C.
They help queer people in tech connect, grow professionally and promote their business – through educational workshops, networking events, mentorship and their business directory.
Discover what BC’s longest-running queer business association can do for you.
🗓 Monday, June 1 | 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 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.
🗓 Wednesday, June 17 | Register
Join Avega and Vancouver Tech Journal for an exclusive evening designed for technology leaders, IT decision makers, and forward-thinking business executives across the Lower Mainland.
This curated event brings together industry peers and leading technology providers for meaningful conversations around the future of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud communications, customer experience, and business resilience.
🗓 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 MATEINA YERBA MATE
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🤝 NEW OPPORTUNITIES
🗓️ 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 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.*
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