Drones, robots, and stratospheric imaging for wildfire defense

How technology protects BC from disruption

Is Vancouver really living up to its potential?

Vancouver Tech Journal, MistyWest and HardTech Forum are bringing together a panel of experts to discuss how technology is reshaping wildfire management with tools like automated aerial fire suppression, real time data from stratospheric imaging units, and perimeter control with robotic firelines.

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​Vancouver’s tech and innovation sector has seen explosive growth over the past decade — from AI and biotech breakthroughs to world‑class climate tech and gaming studios. But as we enter the second half of 2025, the big question is: ​Are we living up to our potential as a leading innovation hub?

​Despite the wins, challenges remain. Global venture funding has cooled, competition for talent is fierce, and founders are navigating a new era of economic uncertainty. Meanwhile, cities like Toronto, Seattle, and San Francisco are vying for the same founders, investors, and global attention.

​Join Vancouver Tech Journal and BCIT for an in-depth conversation on how technology is reshaping the way we anticipate, respond to, and recover from disruptions. From wildfire detection and emergency response to infrastructure modernization, workforce readiness, and data-driven decision-making, this event will explore where BC is leading, where gaps remain, and what it will take to build a truly resilient province.

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