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Canada’s Large Cities Meet to Discuss Shifting Economic Sands
Consider Canada City Alliance holds Consultations with Federal Government on a Wide Range of Economic Issues - Collaborating as members of the Consider Canada City Alliance (CCCA), thirteen of Canada’s large cities met in Ottawa... -
Newly-launched Vancouver Company Darkhorse10 Pictures Inc. looks to capture Chinese markets, spur VFX consumer revolution
Today, executives and delegates announced the launch of Darkhorse10 Pictures Inc. a new VFX-provider looking to build Vancouver’s reputation as an IP-creation centre by using VFX-driven storylines with international appeal. -
New companies and renewed agreements launched, signed against backdrop of 4th Annual Canada–China Business Forum, December 1
Two companies – VFX studio Darkhorse10 Pictures and social-foodie tech company FanDine Technologies – announced their launches at the Vancouver Economic Commission’s (VEC) 4th Annual Canada–China Business Forum. -
London’s Former Film Commissioner Joins Newly Created Vancouver Film & Media Centre
Industry Powerhouse David Shepheard to drive growth and innovation in Vancouver’s booming Digital Entertainment & Interactive sector -
VEC and Top Technology Companies Court Canadian Professionals Abroad
Vancouver technology businesses accompanied the City’s economic development agency down to Seattle to woo back high-demand professionals in technology sector, introduce new digital job-seeking tool. -
Government promoting investment in our communities
The Government of Canada is helping communities from across the country attract job-creating investment so they can continue to grow and prosper. On behalf of the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of International Trade... -
The Province and B.C.’s technology industry join forces to meet labour needs
For Immediate Release 2016JTST0104-001265 July 12, 2016 VICTORIA ʹThe B.C. government announced today nearly $600,000 towards a partnership with key technology industry partners to study the labour market needs in the tech sector. Led by the BC Technology... -
VEC & Partners Unveil Troubleshooter’s Guide to Collaborating on Renewable Energy Solutions
June 30, 2016 (Vancouver, B.C.) – The manual for troubleshooting energy challenges has arrived; Vancouver businesses motivated by the City’s vision for a 100 per cent renewable future will benefit from solutions outlined in the Renewable Energy Challenge Outcomes Report. A case study in collaborative brainstorming, the report underscores the drive in... -
Vancouver Economic Commission and City’s Top Studios Storm Annecy, Targeting Awards, Talent and Investment
Vancouver film vies for top honours in competition as City brings taste of world-class animation ecosystem to France -
The rise of impact businesses: Vancouver leads rapid growth of social venture sector in B.C.
The Vancouver Economic Commission and Spring Activator present Startup City: Impact on June 6 - 10 to further accelerate growth of Vancouver’s impact businesses Vancouver, B.C. (May... -
OVER 1500 EXPECTED TO LINE UP AT CAREER FAIR TO FILL JOBS
May 12, 2016 - It’s time for jobseekers to get introduced to their future employers in some of the city’s fastest growing sectors - Vancouver’s best Visual Effects, Animation and Video Games career fair... -
Get Face Time with Your Future Employer at Vancouver’s Best Visual FX, Animation & Games Career Fair
The Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) will host the city’s largest annual career fair on May 14th for Vancouver’s thriving VFX, Animation and Video Games sectors. -
Vancouver Ranked as One of the Best Cities in the World to Do Business
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KPMG Report Reinforces City as Leader in Competitiveness, Noting Low Business Costs as a Major Draw for Investment March 30, 2016 (Vancouver, B.C.) – According to KPMG’s Competitive Alternatives Report released today, Vancouver... -
GDDP one of the first successful programs to facilitate commercializing new technologies while driving towards Greenest City Action Plan Goals
The City of Vancouver and the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) announced today a collaborative new program for local entrepreneurs and startups. The Green and Digital Demonstration Program (GDDP), which allows innovators to test their products... -
Vancouver seeks companies to pilot and prove out new innovations on City assets at no cost, in real time
Green Digital and Demonstration Program one of the first successful programs to facilitate commercializing new technologies while driving towards Greenest City Action Plan Goals -
World Leading Summit for Sustainable Business Builds on Success of COP21
Historic discussions just unfolded at the COP21 climate talks in Paris and now GLOBE 2016 organizers are preparing for an iconic conference that will harness the business innovation needed to reach COP21 targets. -
Commentary: Governments needs to support businesses in the fight against climate change
Business, and the innovation they provide, are key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions BY GREGOR ROBERTSON AND IAN MCKAY, SPECIAL TO THE VANCOUVER SUN -
Vancouver Opens Canada’s First Chinese Clean Tech Innovation Centre
China Canada Clean Tech Innovation Centre will provide local clean tech ventures with access to Chinese market and almost $15M venture capital funding within first year. -
Vancouver taking 100 per cent renewable leadership to Paris for COP21
The City of Vancouver will join world leaders on November 30 in Paris for the 21st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP21/CMP11). -
Startup Weekend Vancouver Brings Together Over 200 Startup Enthusiasts and Announces This Year’s Winning Team
Nearly 200 attendees gathered at Unbounce last night to witness the startup teams competing in Startup Weekend Vancouver’s 7th annual competition.