British Columbia Innovation Council

Submissions for the 2010 BCIC Awards are now closed. The annual awards recognize exceptional achievements in, or potential for, commercialization of technology and honours outstanding technology innovators.

The recipients of these awards are among BC's brightest in their fields, and their outstanding contributions continue to drive innovation in the province. The Awards will be presented at the New Ventures BC Competition Awards Ceremony at the SFU Segal Centre in Vancouver on Thursday, September 23, 2010.

The 2010 BCIC Awards:

BCIC Ripples of Hope Award in Biotechnology & Entrepreneurship
The BCIC Ripples of Hope Award in Biotechnology & Entrepreneurship supports a graduate student, postdoctorate fellow or postgraduate collaborating on an entrepreneurship initiative in the biotechnology industry in BC.
Award Value: $35,000
Guidelines | Application Form

Emerging Technology Award
The Emerging Technology Award recognizes a new venture at the pre-investment stage that has developed an innovative technology in BC. The technology must demonstrate proof of concept and have strong potential for global commercialization.
Award Value: Up to $25,000 towards commercialization services
Guidelines | Application Form

Entrepreneurship Fellow Award
The Entrepreneurship Fellow Award recognizes a faculty member at a BC postsecondary institution who is a leader in technology innovation and commercialization.
Award Value: $25,000 for entrepreneurship education or commercialization initiatives
Nomination Form

Why Apply?

• Secure the funding you need to support the advancement of your technology innovation.
• Gain recognition as a pioneer who sets the bar for future innovators.
• Establish valuable industry connections.

How to Apply:

The deadline to submit applications or nominations is 5:00pm Monday, July 26, 2010.

For more information about the BCIC Awards, contact Dawn Wood at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .