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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. -
Circular Economy | Research
A “Right to Food” Framework for a Just Circular Economy of FoodThis report takes a novel approach by incorporating a “right to food” framework that designs waste out of the system, promotes food security, and centres justice and equity. -
Vancouver Economy | Research
Vancouver Economy Report: Summer 2022The summer edition features the usual economic snapshot, plus a look into e-mobility, zero-emissions transportation and logistics
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Wednesday, Mar 30th, 2022 | 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Get in the Loop: Circular Reverse PitchTuesday, Apr 5th, 2022 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Angels for Climate Solutions Finale Pitch NightThursday, Feb 10th, 2022 | 8:30am - 10:00am
Competitive Edge Webinar Series: Investing in Our Competitiveness (Session 6)Tuesday, Feb 15th, 2022 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event | Top 10 Climate Solutions Pitch NightWednesday, Nov 17th, 2021 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Future-proofing Vancouver: Climate Talk vs. Climate ActionThursday, Jun 24th, 2021 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Business of Climate Ambition