We’re excited to announce that this year’s New Venture BC Competition includes three specialty prizes, all sponsored by Innovate BC. These prizes aim to recognize woman-led ventures, startups outside of Vancouver, and companies that are creating a social, environmental or community-based impact. All are non-dilutive, cash prizes.
Three speciality prizes for #nvbc2021
$10,000 Innovate BC Woman-Led Venture Award
Awarded to the most-promising venture with a woman CEO or Co-Founder in the Top 10 or Top 25. Preference will be given to CEOs, then to Co-Founders who hold 20% or greater ownership. This prize is open to anyone who self-identifies as a woman.
$10,000 Innovate BC Social Venture Prize
Awarded to a for-profit venture, placing in the Top 10 or Top 25. The venture must aim to create a strong social or environmental impact that creates shared value to the local community and society at large, in addition to economic profits.
$10,000 Innovate BC Regional Startup Prize
Awarded to the most promising startup placing in the Top 10 or Top 25, that is positioned to make a significant regional impact. The venture must located outside of the Greater Vancouver Regional District.
See all prizesAbout the 2021 Competition
Enter the 21st annual New Ventures BC Competition presented by Innovate BC for education, mentorship, and a chance to win over $250,000 in cash and prizes.
The competition is open to early stage, BC-based startups. Your business cannot have raised over $1,000,000 in financing, and must be less than five years old.
Ready to enter? Get your application in by April 12 2021, 10:00pm.
