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The inside track with VTJ
Scaling, fundraising, innovating — your guide to what’s happening and what’s next.
Emily Edwards
May 21, 2025
Welcome back to VTJ’s Midweek Memo: the Vancouver tech events and opportunities newsletter you can’t miss. In this week’s edition:
#VTJLive tackles AI implementation
An inside look at the venture capital lifecycle
A global gathering of climate innovators
A community coffee meetup to close the month
VTJ EVENTS
🗓️ Wednesday, May 21 | Get your VSW tickets – code VSWxVTJ20 for a discount
Join Clio’s CTO Jonathan Watson and CMO Reagan Attle for an inspiring fireside chat on scaling a global tech company from Vancouver while transforming an entire industry.
From building inclusive teams to leading product innovation, they’ll reflect on Clio’s journey—and explore how legal tech is reshaping client experiences and community connections. A must-attend for founders, tech leaders, and anyone interested in mission-driven growth.
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Remember: VTJ members get 50% off our #VTJTalks series. Don’t miss out — become a member now.
🗓️ Thursday, June 12 | Save your seat
Join us for a focused, high-level conversation on how large organizations are deploying AI internally to drive real business results. We’ll go beyond theory to explore tangible use cases, operational efficiencies, and strategic gains unlocked by enterprise AI adoption.
What we’ll cover:
Real examples of AI use inside large organizations
How AI is reshaping internal ops, marketing, HR, and customer service
Key lessons for enterprise adoption—from early pilots to scaled success
Pitfalls to avoid and how to align teams for AI-driven transformation
SPONSORED BY THE HIGH TECHNOLOGIES FACILITY GROUP
Vancouver's tech office experts
Connect with The High Technology Facilities Group at CBRE – leaders in sourcing office space for BC’s startup and unicorn companies. The HTFG excels at helping clients find unique workspaces that drive productivity, reflect values, attract top talent, and fuel workplace culture.
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
🗓️ Saturday, May 24 | 🎟️ Register
Join the Burnaby Tech Community Coffee Meetup Monthly on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Starbucks in the Metropolis at Metrotown Mall food court.
Why attend?
Network with like-minded professionals
Discover new career opportunities
Find potential co-founders or collaborators
Learn about the latest trends in Vancouver's tech scene
Enjoy delicious coffee and pastries in a vibrant setting
SPONSORED BY SFU BCCAI
BCCAI: The power to grow agritech innovations
BCCAI drives agritech innovation across B.C., investing $17M+ since 2022 to support 32 projects, train 1,650+ HQP, and bring 23 products to market—delivering $18M in revenue growth. Through a 580+ partner network, we connect industry, researchers, and producers to build a stronger, more resilient food system.
🗓️ Monday, May 26 | 🎟️ Register
Global warming is a global problem. While we have amazing solutions, people, and resources in each region, we can do even better if we combine forces.
Climate Global’s goal is to connect the dots. A solution might have a better chance somewhere else. A startup might get more funding in a different region.
SPONSORED BY BDO CANADA AND BMO
Gain insights. Stay ahead.
Expanding your business across borders can be complex. BDO and BMO are pleased to invite you to an in-person Breakfast during Web Summit to engage with experts that can help on the journey.
🗓️ Monday, May 26 | 🎟️ Register
Getting ready to speak with VCs at Web Summit? Join New Ventures BC for an insider’s look into the venture capital lifecycle. This seminar dives deep into how VCs raise funds from LPs, evaluate high-potential startups, structure investments, and navigate exits.
🤝 NEW OPPORTUNITIES
🗓️ June 15 | Apply
Apply to the C100 Fellows and Growth programs, where high-potential founders and executives connect with a global network of seasoned entrepreneurs, operators, and investors. Over the course of a year, participants gain the insights, mentorship, and connections needed to scale faster and smarter.
🗓️ July 10 | Apply
Throw your hat in the ring for this first-of-its-kind celebration from the Canadian Food Innovation Network recognizing Canada's most ambitious and impactful foodtech innovators. Selected companies benefit from targeted media coverage, enhanced investment attraction, strategic partnership opportunities, and elevated visibility nationally and globally.
🗓️ Multiple | Apply
If you’re a founder developing a science- or technology-based venture with the potential for massive scale, this is your opportunity to work with world-class mentors, serial entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, and operators who’ve built and backed industry-defining companies.
🗓️ Ongoing | Apply
Submit an expression of interest for Digital’s co-investment program, designed for projects focused on unlocking the opportunities in the mining and energy sectors.
🗓️ Ongoing | Apply
Apply for Innovate BC’s Venture Acceleration Program, developed to help tech entrepreneurs accelerate the process of defining a proven business model. Whether you’re just starting out or you have already established your business, this program is designed to help growing technology companies.
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