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Where BC’s Top Startups Grow.

Since 2000
Apply to the 2026 Competition

For 26 years, New Ventures BC has helped the province’s most promising tech startups launch and grow. Through mentorship, funding, and our annual competition, we provide the resources, recognition, and community founders need to succeed.

Ready to take your startup further? It all starts here.

26 Years of Impact

Initiated in 2000 by Wal van Lierop, New Ventures BC has played a pivotal role in shaping BC’s tech landscape. What started as a competition has now grown into a thriving support system for startups across every sector.

4000

number of startups supported

15000

number of jobs created

$3.4 Billion

financing raised

What’s New

Applications now open for the 2026 New Ventures BC Competition!

Take part in BC’s largest and longest running startup competition, with over $250,000 in cash and prizes. We’re looking for BC’s best new tech startups. Got what it takes?

Your Startup’s Next Big Step Starts Here

The New Ventures BC Competition, presented by Innovate BC, has helped launch some of the province’s most successful tech companies. Learn how you can fast-track your growth by becoming the province’s top tech startup.

Compete for over $250,000 in cash and prizes.

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