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Read more about the top tech & innovation stories that caught my eye in October.
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has published its 4th national study, sponsored by , on retention in tech and marketing roles.
The study provides insight into employee dissatisfaction and how to retain employees in tech and marketing roles. Read the study: ow.ly/ILlR50LkOex
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Check us out at Rising Economy 2022.
On November 16 we are excited to present an inspiring panel of Vancouver Island entrepreneurs in the areas of biotech, cleantech, software, and digital services.
Learn more about our session.
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Applications Open for the 5th-Annual OKGN Angel Summit!
An investment of up to $250,000 for a Western Canadian company is up for grabs - the largest cheque-size in the program's history!
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LAST WEEK to apply! Opportunity for Canadian founders to pitch the largest angel investor network in North America! No cost. Limited spots. Apply >> tievancouver.org
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🌟 Are you a company with a complex design problem? The Design for Startups program matches companies with emerging designers to create or improve their digital products, services, or platforms.
👉 The deadline to apply is November 10: shumka.ecuad.ca/program/design
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Want to play a role in funding critical research and accelerating the market adoption of new B.C. innovations? We're hiring a program specialist!
Learn more and apply by November 3:
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Rising Economy 2022 features leading thinkers and change-makers sharing bold insights about the key issues of our time. Be sure to register early at OurRisingEconomy.com to claim your 15% Early Bird discount by October 26 at 5 p.m. Enter the code: EarlyBird15
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Looking for accurate and relevant compensation data?
Participate in the new Workforce Insights Salary and Compensation Study by Oct 28.
For details, check out 's website >>
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The innovation has implications not only for the seafood industry but many others who regularly use Styrofoam to distribute their products. #CityOfPG
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Black businesses are #StrongerTogether.
Discover the potential at the Black Business EXPO in Vancouver this weekend, October 22, with our President + CEO : ow.ly/MlLa50LeLBC
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Every year, humans release more than 51 billion tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. And currently, the fastest & cheapest way to capture carbon is to plant trees.
That’s why is on a mission to plant more than a billion trees by 2028.
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#RisingEconomyWeek is Nov 15 - 17. The transformational conference about the future of where we live & work takes place in person and online. Get the details & register at ourrisingeconomy.com.
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📣 Calling Canada's most innovative #startups! invites you to apply for its pitch competition for a chance to win over $100,000 worth of prizes, and exposure to top-tier investors and media. Applications close on Nov 10. Learn more & apply at ow.ly/6Pus50LcFtI
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The , created & funded by supports solutions & breakthrough technology to enable a more resilient food system in Canada.
Applications for up to $1M to build out a small proof of concept are open until Dec 20
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We're hiring a Communications + Community Manager!
The candidate is a strong relationship builder, effectively engages w/ partners, represents at events & keeps a finger on the pulse of B.C.’s innovation ecosystem. Deadline to apply Oct 25:
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Are you a fintech enthusiast ready to tackle real-life financial challenges?
Join ’s 6th Fintech Challenge this October! With $12,500 cash prizes to win, bring the best solution in 3 themes: ☂️Insurance,💳Payments and ⚖️Regulations.
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Recently, awarded $2.3M to 8 R&D projects. They're creating solutions in the areas of clean transportation, mining, solar energy, pharmaceuticals, soil conservation, drone technology, & advanced materials.
Congrats to all the winners!
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“Roughly one-in-10 British Columbians are small business owners or entrepreneurs of some kind. Small businesses are the fabric of our communities," says , Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery & Innovation. #smallbusinessweek2022
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Are you ready to pilot your #cleantech startup but unable to secure a customer? 's Pilot program will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need for a perfect pitch.
Apply by Oct 24: hubs.la/Q01pg19p0
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One of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs is money.
The OKGN Angel Summit is a 10-week program designed to expose both entrepreneurs and accredited investors to the world of angel investing.
Learn more and apply by December 16: hubs.la/Q01pg19z0
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Leading thinkers share bold ideas about key issues of our times, from economic evolution to energy transition, climate resilience, housing & more at ‘s Rising Economy 2022. In person & online Nov 15 – 17.
Register: ourrisingeconomy.com
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.'s new event CXO: ‘How to Find, Engage and Leverage Early Investors’ is now open for registration. Feat. & .
Register with code *InnovateBCFounders* to get 50% off >>> tiecxo-oct2022.eventbrite.ca
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💡 Funding from is accelerating the commercialization of biotech, cleantech, mining, agriculture, and forestry projects.
Invest Vancouver was honoured to attend the ceremony and learn more about some of the incredible projects. Congrats to all of the winners!
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And the award goes to...
Tonight, during an intimate ceremony, we awarded $2,325,000 to eight B.C. research and development projects that are creating game-changing innovations that are improving lives for British Columbians.
Find out who won >>> hubs.la/Q01nwC860
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Are you a fintech enthusiast ready to tackle real-life financial challenges?
Join ’s 6th Fintech Challenge this October! With $12,500 cash prizes to win, bring the best solution in 3 themes: ☂️Insurance,💳Payments and ⚖️Regulations.
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Congratulations to our CEO + President for winning the Corporate Management Award at 'a #DarpanAwards! 🙌🏼
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Congratulations! The head of @InnovateBC and a driving force in the tech sector @RaghwaGopal wins the CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT Award. Trophy presented by Yves Giroux, Vice President & Perminder Chohan, Managing Director, @desjardinsgroup
#DarpanAwards #RBCDarpanawards2022
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Emerging #cleantech companies often face a common challenge: securing pilot projects with potential customers. Foresight’s Pilot Program provides training to propel your venture.
Apply by Oct 24: hubs.la/Q01pgc720
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We're hiring a Communications + Community Manager!
The ideal candidate is a strong relationship builder, effectively engages w/ our partners & companies, represents at events & keeps a finger on the pulse of B.C.’s innovation ecosystem.
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From all of us at , a big congratulations to all the companies that won at the 2022 Technology Impact Awards!🙌🏼 #2022TIAs
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Last night, @wearebctech announced the winners for its 2022 Technology Impact Awards 
Co-hosted by @jilliantipping and @RiazMeghji, the event welcomed 800+ people & celebrated a record number of finalists alongside its 12 winners
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Co-hosted by @jilliantipping and @RiazMeghji, the event welcomed 800+ people & celebrated a record number of finalists alongside its 12 winners
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What a night! Thank you for joining us at the #2022TIAs. Learn more about our winners and what sets them apart here: bit.ly/WeAreBCTech_20
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., HTEC, and Minpraxis are among the eight R&D projects awarded a cumulative $2.3 million from Innovate BC.
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TiE CXO new event: ‘How to find, engage and leverage early investors’ Feat. Host
Register >> tiecxo-oct2022.eventbrite.ca
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Remember to register for our online information sessions on Oct 12 and 13 to learn more about our investment strategy from members of our team: ow.ly/jv7n50L0gO5 #investing #impinv #impactinvesting #britishcolumbia #smallbusiness #venturecapital
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The , created & funded by supports solutions & breakthrough technology to enable a more resilient food system in Canada.
Applications for up to $1M to build out a small proof of concept are open until Dec 20
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ICYMI: , a company offering smart business cards helping professionals connect, won first prize at the 22nd annual Competition, presented by .
See all the winners that competed for $250,000 in cash & prizes >>> innovatebc.ca/en/news/smart-
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Our partners are hosting The Kootenay Investment Challenge, a 10-week program in facilitated by that brings together investment-ready tech entrepreneurs & investors looking to impact the local community. Learn more & apply: kast.com/programs/koote
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Join us TODAY for the 22nd annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards, presented by Innovate BC!
We've narrowed the field from 200+ competitors to just 11 finalists.
Stream live at: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Register: ow.ly/KJ4W50KV1Am
Stream live:
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🌟 has awarded $2.3 million to eight BC-based research & development projects as part of its Ignite program: bit.ly/3RywCif
To date, Innovate BC’s Ignite program has funded 41 projects for a total of $10.7 million.
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