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Angels for Climate Solutions ProgramInvesting smart capital into tech-enabled climate solutions. Angel investors will navigate the ins and outs of early-stage investing while startups prepare for the capital-raising process. -
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Vancouver’s Zero Emissions Economic Transition Action PlanZEETAP aims to help businesses and individuals address challenges related to the just and equitable transition to a zero-carbon economy. -
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Vancouver Economy Report Summer 2023This edition explores new indicators for economic health and takes a look at key industry drivers like the tech sector and venture capital.
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Jun 5th, 2023 - Jun 7th, 2023 | 12:00am - 11:59pm
Circularity 23Tuesday, Apr 25th, 2023 | 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Angels for Climate Solutions: Pitch FinaleTuesday, Feb 28th, 2023 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Angels for Climate Solutions Top 15 Pitch Night (2023)Wednesday, Nov 23rd, 2022 | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Future-proofing Vancouver: Food Security beyond Food SurplusSep 21st, 2022 - Feb 15th, 2023 | 10:00am - 10:00am
Greater Vancouver Circular Economy Network SeriesThursday, Sep 29th, 2022 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Get in the Loop: Circular Reverse Pitch 2.0