What we’re about
TechVAN is a monthly technology event where you get to meet and learn from Vancouver’s tech founders and leaders.
WHY ATTEND TECHVAN?
• The Speakers: Meet highly-curated leaders and innovators who will share their experiences and expertise. Our speakers are not here to pitch you, but to share what they’ve learned over the years so you walk away with actionable insights.
• The Crowd: TechVAN brings together a diverse crowd of tech builders, leaders, and enthusiasts.
• The Agenda: The night starts off with a chance to connect and meet someone new over mingling and drinks. Followed by your chance to let the TechVAN audience know what you're working on at our community open mic. Then our speakers take the stage for TED style talks or discussions around innovations happening in tech.
TechVAN is lead by William Johnson, Founder & Editor at Vancouver Tech Journal and the TechVancouver team.
Learn more on our website: http://bit.ly/32XGoS3
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Vancouver Demo Day + Web Summit Social | May 27, 2025Must Apply to Attend, TBA, BC
Apply to attend on Luma: https://lu.ma/VAN-Demo-Day
This is event is by registration ONLY - you cannot register on MeetUpJoin TechTO, Panache Ventures, and N49P for Vancouver Demo Day + WebSummit Social
Demo Day spotlights standout Canadian tech companies—at any stage—that are showing exceptional momentum. Nominated by leading VCs and the local startup community, these companies might be scaling fast, solving meaningful problems, or gaining rapid traction. Demo Day is their platform to share their story and amplify the excitement. 𝐍𝐨 𝐣𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬. 𝐍𝐨 𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬. 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐬—𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 🇨🇦 🇨🇦
Vancouver Demo Day will showcase startups from the following VC firms:
N49P
Panache Ventures
Version One
Inovia
Framework
Rhino Ventures
Relay Ventures
LOI Venture
Active Impact Investments
Pender Ventures
Discover standout ventures from the West Coast, meet fellow founders and investors. Whether you're building, investing, or just curious, this is your chance to tap into the energy of Vancouver's tech ecosystem.Top companies from each local event will be shortlisted for TechTO’s Rocketships List—the annual roundup of high-velocity startups that top talent (and investors) should be watching closely.
Following Demo Day, our curated evening social will gather 300+ of Canada’s most ambitious tech builders. It is designed to spark real conversations, foster meaningful connections, and celebrate the spirit of innovation. Mingle with founders, investors, and industry leaders in a relaxed setting - where big ideas meet new opportunities.
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## Agenda
4:00–4:30PM PDT| Doors Open & Registration
4:30–6:00PM PDT| Demo Day - Startups Pitches
6:00–9:00PM PDT | Evening Social
