Innovate BC

Innovate BC, a Crown agency, fosters technological development and adoption across British Columbia. It empowers entrepreneurs and tech companies through programs, offering R&D and pilot funding via initiatives like BC Fast Pilot and Ignite. The agency provides mentorship and coaching through programs such as Accelerate IP and ScaleUp, cultivating a robust provincial innovation ecosystem.

Established in 2004 by the Province of British Columbia, Innovate BC, formerly the BC Innovation Council, was founded on the insight that dedicated government support was crucial for a thriving technology sector. This provincial initiative aimed to drive economic diversification and job creation through technological advancement, bridging funding and commercialization gaps for innovators.

Innovate BC supports British Columbia's technology companies and entrepreneurs. Its mission is to unlock technology's potential, enabling solutions for various challenges. The organization envisions British Columbia as a prominent innovation hub, continually advancing technological capabilities and influence within the global landscape.