About

Innovate BC fosters innovation across all regions of B.C.’s ecosystem, advancing opportunities for made-in-B.C. innovations through diverse programs, partnerships and initiatives.

Aspiration

Mission

Innovate BC helps turn bold ideas into real-world impact.

To work together to unlock the power of technology.

Values

Innovation

Sustainability

DEI

Accountability

Reconciliation

Collaboration

Meet the Team

Innovate BC’s office is situated on the traditional and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam),  Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are grateful to work with innovators from across the traditional and unceded territories covering all regions of British Columbia. Our mandate drives us to seek meaningful collaboration opportunities with local indigenous communities and ensure that British Columbians in all regions of the province can benefit from a thriving, sustainable, and inclusive innovation economy. 

Our Impact

Providing B.C. companies, industries, and communities the tools they need to grow, compete, and thrive—by accelerating the adoption of made-in-BC. innovation, protecting intellectual property, and building partnerships that maximize opportunities.

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2024-25 Impact Report

At Innovate BC, we’re privileged to engage and support innovators through our diverse programs, community convenership, sponsorship initiatives, and more—and see their work and impact first-hand. Explore the impact of innovation across all regions of our province.

Read the report →

Innovate BC is the connector of the B.C. tech ecosystem, creating opportunities and partnerships for innovators, entrepreneurs, and supporting organizations across the province. New Ventures BC values our partnership with Innovate BC, which enables us to recognize and support tech startups of all stages, from idea to growth.
Angie Schick
Angie Schick

Executive Director, New Ventures BC

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