What's ahead for Vancouver's tech economy in 2026

CPAs and founders building smarter businesses together

Canada's fight to keep its talent advantage

​Join the Vancouver Tech Journal team for an informal coffee meetup to kick off the new year. William Johnson and Nicole Hsueh will be there, along with friends of VTJ, for relaxed conversation and a low-key catch-up after the holidays.

​Vancouver’s tech sector is entering a pivotal moment. After years of rapid growth, shifting global markets, rising capital costs, and evolving talent dynamics are reshaping what it means to build and scale in this city.

​As we head into 2026, founders, operators, and investors are asking big questions: Where is the momentum? What headwinds should we be preparing for? And where are the real opportunities emerging?

Join Vancouver Tech Journal and Chartered Professional Accountants of BC (CPABC) for an exciting conversation at the intersection of accounting and technology. Discover how CPAs and founders are building smarter businesses, unlocking efficiencies, and creating game-changing opportunities that go far beyond traditional roles.

​Canada has long been seen as a magnet for skilled talent — but with shifting immigration policies, rising global competition, and new incentives emerging in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, the landscape is rapidly changing.

​So the real question is: Can Canada keep its edge? And what will it take to win the next decade of talent?​

​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.

Who should attend: ​Leaders and professionals in tech, public sector, emergency management, infrastructure, sustainability, policy, and anyone invested in BC’s future resilience.

​​​Join Vancouver Tech Journal & VanHack for an evening conversation with experienced founders and operators who have scaled products and teams across different stages of growth.

From early-stage scrappiness to global expansion, our panelists will share candid lessons on what worked, what didn’t, and what they wish they knew earlier.

Are you a purpose-driven founder wanting to do more memorable pitches so you can get the funding you need to address world problems?  If so, on Wednesday, January 14th at 4pm (PT) join Pitch Coach, Brenda Benham for “3 Tips Founders Seeking Funding Can Use to Improve their Next Pitch”.*

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​​Produced by entrepreneur and local comedian Ari Nitikman (The Comedic Healer), this show is your chance to step away from Q1 KPIs, AI strategy decks, and “quick follow-ups” to enjoy actual human connection.

​Perfect for anyone that loves business but knows "synergy" stopped meaning anything in 2009.

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