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January 2023

BC Fast Pilot Funding Announced

Innovate BC and NRC IRAP are providing a combined total of $2 million in research and development funding to help 14 companies pilot their technologies and create new jobs across B.C.

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Meet the Round 4 BC Fast Awardees

Since the program started in 2019, and including this most recent group of awardees, $8.9M has been invested into 62 B.C. pilot demonstrations. This initiative is delivered in partnership between Innovate BC and NRC IRAP.

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Hyperspectral Intelligence is Uncovering New Opportunities

Gibsons-based Hyperspectral Intelligence has emerged as a go-to resource for global mining companies who want to quickly and accurately identify critical metals, while minimizing their carbon footprint.

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Federal Funding Offers IP Support for Startups

Startups from across B.C., Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut will soon benefit from vital IP supports. A new program will provide the tools startups need to better protect, strategically manage and leverage their IP.

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Six B.C. Companies Named to Global Cleantech 100

And five of the companies that made the 2023 list have used at least one Innovate BC program. Learn more about Moment Energy, Ionomr Innovations, Ekona Power, Pani Energy, and Mangrove Lithium.

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Raghwa's Recap: January

Each month, Innovate BC President + CEO, Raghwa Gopal, shares his favourite stories that showcase the incredible work being done by members of our B.C. tech and innovation community. These posts shine a brighter light on the innovation that’s taking place across this province.

Save The Date

These events and initiatives are hosted or supported by Innovate BC

BC Links to Learning Symposium | Jan 31-Feb 2

An annual technical training forum intended to enhance the ability of First Nations Economic Development Officers and Land Managers to undertake successful lands and economic development ventures.

Canadian Women in IP - Vancouver Meet-Up | Feb 8

Join Innovation Asset Collective for connection and conversation on diversity and inclusion in B.C.’s growing tech sector, as well as the particular experience of being a woman or gender-diverse individual in the world of IP.

Black Futures Month: Innovation Summit | Feb 16

Ethos Labs is celebrating February as Black Futures Month by highlighting the Black presence in innovation in BC and beyond.

FutureWave | Mar 2-3

Technation Canada's FutureWave is a free, two-day digital event exploring the future of the tech workforce in Canada.

Fireside Chat with Dan Breznitz | Mar 9 [rescheduled from Feb 9]

Join Innovate BC and Innovation Asset Collective (IAC) virtually for a discussion with global innovation expert Dan Breznitz.

Vancouver Takeover Delegation at SXSW 2023 | Mar 12

Frontier Collective is leading a Vancouver delegation with a full program to help drive investment, promotion, B2B opportunities and possible travel support. Apply now.

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