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PG Connects 2019 Level Up Delegation
Level Up: Vancouver, British Columbia Pavilion returns to Top Games Conference in 2019 The Vancouver Economic Commission is pleased to present the nine studios comprising the 2019 delegation to... -
Women in Tech: An Interview with Locumunity and Dr. Haneen Abu-Remaileh
In addition to the usual challenges common to early-stage companies, female-founded startups across Canada often face additional barriers to success. We sat down with Dr. Haneen Abu-Remaileh, CEO & Co-Founder of Locumunity, a startup connecting gigging doctors to clinics, to discuss these barriers. -
3 Manufacturing Myths (and what they mean for Metro Vancouver)
Over the past several years, housing unaffordability dominated BC headlines in the Lower Mainland while industrial vacancy rates quietly diminished and land values climbed. Although not widely recognised, healthy industrial infrastructure is critical to the economic prosperity of any region. -
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Partnerships & Tech Sector Development Manager
We are seeking a unique and experienced individual that has business experience in the Tech Sector as well as functional experience in partnership management to join our team of experts dedicated to Vancouver’s economic diversification and resilience. -
RELEASE: New Westminster and Vancouver Economic Commission Sign Innovation MOU
The City of New Westminster and the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on technology deployment and innovation. This marks the beginning of a partnership between the two parties to build a regional platform for technology deployment, demonstration, and business innovation. -
Q&A with New VEC Chief Executive Officer Catherine Warren
The Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) is pleased to welcome entrepreneur, changemaker and digital media powerhouse Catherine Warren as our new CEO. Naturally, we had plenty of questions for Catherine during her first two weeks, and we’re eager to share some of her responses with you. -
Vancouver Economic Commission names new CEO
The Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) has recruited tech, entertainment and community development powerhouse Catherine Warren as its new CEO. Warren’s comprehensive understanding of the international media sector and her leadership in Canada’s top startup ecosystem will be powerful assets for VEC and its partners. -
Vancouver – the Canadian economic success story no one is talking about
Did you know that Vancouver has been by far the fastest growing economy in Canada since 2013? That it was one of very few economies globally that suffered no real recession immediately after the... -
London and Vancouver Creative Agencies to sign MOU
September 10, 2018 – Vancouver, B.C. / Toronto, O.N. – Film London and the Vancouver Film Commission will sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to recognise and enhance the creative and business links between... -
POSITION: New Major Rapid Transportation Investment a boon to Economic Development
The VEC welcomes the news of Translink securing funding for the Broadway subway and Surrey LRT and look forward to continued investments in regional connectivity and rapid transportation. -
VEC Response to BC’s Clean Growth Strategy
The Province of British Columbia is developing a long-term clean growth strategy to be released for the Fall of 2018. Earlier in the summer, the Province issued a call for public input into clean transportation, clean and efficient buildings, and a clean-growth program for industry. This is our reply. -
The Three Pillars of Success of Vancouver’s Green Economy
Vancouver has long been a source for disruptive innovation in response to climate change – from the concept of the ecological footprint and the advent of the 100-mile diet, to being the birthplace of... -
New Study: $3.8 billion spent by Film & TV and VFX & Animation industries in 2017
According to the data from our independent study, the total spend of B.C.’s film & TV industry has more than doubled in the last six years, from an estimated $1.6 billion in 2012 to $3.8 billion in 2017 – an increase of 135 per cent. -
Applications for the Summer Capital Mentorship Program Open August 7
What does raising $1 million dollars look like? Are you an entrepreneur looking to sharpen your pitch and prepare yourself for $1M+ in investment capital? The next installment of the Discovery Foundation... -
Chinese International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) Announces New North American HQ in Vancouver
The Vancouver Economic Commission’s Asia Pacific Centre is pleased to announce the official opening of the Chinese International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) in Vancouver. This centre will serve as the North American headquarters for CIETAC. -
Vancouver’s Green Economy: The Road to a Billion-Dollar Brand
The below article is excerpted from the State of Vancouver's Green Economy 2018 report, which may be downloaded and viewed in full here. Radical roots, progressive culture, entrepreneurial mindset catalyze low-carbon... -
Green Jobs Boom continues in Vancouver: Green Economy Report
Amid heated debate on fossil fuel pipelines and tankers, Vancouver Economic Commission report shows 35% increase in green jobs, highlights the thriving low-carbon industry that helps drive the city’s nation-leading economic growth while decreasing emissions -
Advisory: Green Economy Report Launch
Mayor Gregor Robertson and the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) are proud to present the State of Vancouver Green Economy 2018 report – the result of the first and only consistent green jobs tracking research performed in the Americas. -
A New Chapter: Announcing our Board of Directors
A new Board of Directors. The departure of former CEO Ian G. McKay. Record-breaking attendance at the Film & Media Centre’s Digital Careers Fair. The upcoming launch of several flagship projects and reports. This is our mid-year update. -
Vancouver: Home of Deadpool’s Alter-ego, Ryan Reynolds
Enter Tourism Vancouver’s “Vancouver: Home of Deadpool’s Alter-ego, Ryan Reynolds” campaign sweepstakes to win a grand prize trip for two to Vancouver inspired by Canada’s favourite anti-hero’s antics