Explore the VSW 2026 Event Lineup
Five days of conversations, ideas, and connections across Vancouver's startup ecosystem.
Plan Your Week
Check Out What's Happening at VSW 2026
Throughout the week you'll find panels, workshops, founder talks, networking events, and practical sessions focused on what it really takers to build and grow a company. Whether you're coming to learn something new, meet collaborators, or reconnect with the startup community, there's always something happening at VSW 2026.
WHERE INNOVATION COMES TO LIFE
A Preview of the Excitement Ahead
From game-changing panels to can't-miss networking moments, explore the events making waves at VSW 2025.
Men In Tech 2.0
Join us for the hit “Men in Tech” panel, where executive men are asked the biased questions women in tech often face. Using humor to highlight gender disparities, the session ends with a conversation on allyship and promoting equality in the workplace.
Opening Reception and Ecosystem Showcase presented by Google Cloud
It’s the official kick off of Vancouver Startup Week 2025 presented by Google Cloud! Come mix and mingle with our amazing local ecosystem, meet local support organizations and featured startups!
VTJ Fireside chat with Clio: Scaling with Purpose
An inspiring fireside chat on scaling a global tech company from Vancouver while transforming an entire industry. From building inclusive teams to leading product innovation, they’ll reflect on Clio’s journey—and explore how legal tech is reshaping client experiences and community connections.
Accessing Venture Capital
Panel discussion on accessing venture capital moderated by Sylvia McLean from Osler; with more Founders to be added. There will be ample opportunity for Q&A from the audience, so bring your burning questions. The panel discussion will be followed by a networking social.
How to Win a Pitch Competition
PITCH is the biggest pitch event in the world as its held at every Web Summit event around the world and Web Summit Vancouver co-host Casey Lau who hosts PITCH will give attendees a Top 10 list of ways to win at any pitch competition from his years of experience.
VSW 2025 Closing Party
Celebrate with our community over delicious drinks and bites and mingle with entrepreneurs, investors and friends. Let’s officially close Vancouver Startup Week and pass the torch to Web Summit Vancouver!
DISCOVER
Why Attend VSW
Join us for a week of bold ideas, real connections, and boundary-pushing innovations. VSW 2025 is where Vancouver’s brightest founders, builders, and supporters come together to shape what’s next.
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.
Step Into the Future of Innovation
VSW 2025 brings together the brightest minds shaping what’s next. Be part of it and get your ticket now.
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.
