British Columbia Innovation Council

Did You Know

  • A small business registered as an Eligible Business Corporation can accept equity capital directly from investors who may be eligible to receive a 30% tax credit. Read more

Community

Startups in BC are fortunate to have the support of a vast science and technology network right here in our province. From tech business accelerators, incubators inside educational institutions, industry associations and government, BC startups have access to world-class facilities and experts to help them compete and succeed in today’s global knowledge economy.

Accelerators & Incubators

Accelerators assist startups with financial and/or operational resources and incubators provide startups with specialized entrepreneurship training and access to important business support services. Learn More

Associations & Institutes

Links to national and international organizations and associations working in various aspects of science and technology. Learn More

Academic Industry Liaison Offices

British Columbia's post-secondary and other research institutions have established academic-industry liaison offices (also known as university-industry liaison offices) that facilitate the exchange of knowledge and transfer of technology between the institution, affiliated research organizations, industry and the broader community. Learn More

Government

Links to various government ministries and agencies that support or focus on science and technology-related work. Learn More