Innovate
Built by the Community: For the Community
For more than a decade, Vancouver Startup Week has been shaped by the people who make BC’s startup ecosystem what it is. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into one of Canada’s most recognizable startup gatherings, without losing the community feel that makes it special.
Our goal has always been simple: support founders, highlight local success stories, and create space for real conversations.
EMPOWER
What We Stand For
Celebratory
We are proud of local wins and the people behind them.
Action - Oriented
You'll leave with tools and ideas you can actually apply.
Human
We celebrate wins, losses, and everything in between.
Welcoming
Whether it's your first startup event or your tenth, you belong here.
Celebrating Drive.
Empowering Growth.
Our mission is to equip founders, dreamers, and doers with the confidence, connections, and resources they need to thrive, while celebrating the determination it takes to build something meaningful.
A Celebration of Every Win
Why Attend VSW 2026
Building a business is hard. Late nights, tough decisions, and constant pivots are part of the journey. Vancouver Startup Week exists to celebrate that reality while giving you practical tools you can actually use.
From main stage moments to community-led events around the city, this is one of the only times the entire BC startup ecosystem comes together in one place.
Workshops & Panels
Gain actionable insights from founders, operators, and industry leaders.
Startup & Talent Matchmaking
Explore hiring opportunities or find your next great team member.
Local Innovation Spotlight
Celebrate Vancouver’s most exciting startups, founders, and ecosystem builders.
Connection Building
Meet like-minded innovators, collaborators, and investors from across sectors.
Global Readiness
Refine your pitch and prepare to scale with confidence toward international stages.
Innovation & Momentum
Leave energized with fresh ideas and the motivation to move forward.
Our Purpose
Our mission is to empower Vancouver’s startup community by fostering connection, innovation, and inclusivity. We strive to amplify underrepresented voices, equip founders with the right tools, and make Vancouver the launchpad for global success stories.
DRIVE
We work with passion and focus to move bold ideas forward.
INCLUSION
We welcome diverse voices and experiences to strengthen our community.
EXCELLENCE
We hold ourselves accountable to deliver thoughtful, high-quality work.
TEAMWORK
We support each other and grow stronger through collaboration.
Ready to Be Part of the Momentum?
Secure your spot for a week that sparks transformation, collaboration, and unforgettable connections.
Vancouver Startup Week is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
