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Invest Vancouver offers free, hands-on support to simplify your expansion into the Metro Vancouver region and set you up for success — and we want to meet you next week at Web Summit Vancouver. ➡️⭐ Invest Vancouver Seminar Series – May 12 & 13 ⭐Join us for two expert led sessions delivered in partnership with leading professional services firms (Lawson Lundell LLP, EY Law LLP - Business Immigration): https://lnkd.in/g3BMArqh ➡️⭐ B.C. Pavilion at Web Summit Vancouver – May 12 - 14 ⭐ Meet the Invest Vancouver team at the Vancouver, British Columbia Pavilion on the conference floor (booth #E130)! Find us on the Web Summit Vancouver app. ➡️⭐ Panel Discussion - Why Here, Why Now – May 12, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM ⭐ This panel, taking place at the B.C. Pavilion, explores why the Metro Vancouver region is emerging as a place where companies can plan ahead with clarity and move forward with confidence. We’ll feature three companies (Nutanix, Image Engine Design Inc., and Infosys) and offer direct insight into why this is the region’s moment. Also, make sure to keep an eye out for our team on the conference floor: Katie, Aaron K, Ryan, Nikola, Furqan A., and Charles Lau! Curious about making the Metro Vancouver region the new home of your business? Explore the advantages Metro Vancouver has to offer — connect with our team today: https://lnkd.in/g3BMArqh

Join us for an evening of connection and conversation. The BCIT Alumni Association invites alumni to join us at the BCIT Toronto Alumni Social and Dinner in Toronto at Steam Whistle Brewery. Expand your network, strengthen your community ties, and hear BCIT updates from alumnus and BCIT Foundation Board Director, David Ryan, and Kyla Epstein, Director of Government & External Relations. Event details  Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 PM Location: Steam Whistle Brewery (255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON) Ticket: $25 per person (includes dinner and one complimentary drink)  Alumni may bring a guest. Please purchase an additional ticket. Don’t miss out, register by May 14. https://lnkd.in/g9ZCeSwA

2026 BCIT Student Innovation Challenge results are in! From early concepts to fully developed prototypes, this year’s Student Innovation Challenge showcased how far BCIT students are taking their ideas and how close many are to real-world application. Thank you to our judges for the thoughtful questions and engagement, and to our sponsors for their continued support. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and finalists! Read all about it here: https://lnkd.in/g2rej3kf Thanks to our generous sponsors! JTS Consulting, Travis Stevenson, Futurpreneur, Mina Haghighi and Odlum Brown Limited, Leanna McKnight Thanks to our Pitch Round judges! Kenton Low ICD.D, Jennifer Le, BBA, CIM®, Nigel Halsted, Fred Yazdani, Dr Theresa Eriksson Thanks to our First Round judges! Thom Bellaire, Mary Ho, Ph.D., Terry Suen, Bryan Graziano, Michał Aibin, Ph.D., Nigel Halsted, Alan Stewart, Fardin Barekat, P.Eng., @jennifer talman, Cynthia van Ginkel, Max Cimenti, Moein Manbachi, @tayfun aidin, Mahsa Khalili, Anika Singh, PhD Justin Williams, PhD Jaimie Borisoff Paula Brown Jennifer Figner Jeff Zabudsky Marita Luk Marko Vicic British Columbia Institute of Technology BCIT School of Business + Media BCIT Computing BCIT School of Construction and the Environment Joanne Chng Erin Ruggeri

Big things are happening at the Chamber… and you’ll want to be in the room. From insightful conversations to energizing networking events and can’t-miss experiences, this lineup is designed to help you connect, learn, and grow your business. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, gain fresh insights, or just show up and be part of the community — this is your moment. - When Disaster Hits: Is Your Organization Prepared? https://shorturl.at/mmt2k - WiB Swing into Spring https://shorturl.at/OLBFj - Welcome to the Chamber Session https://shorturl.at/OLBFj - Morning Schmooze https://shorturl.at/umgue - Golf Classic https://shorturl.at/OLBFj 🎟️ Don’t wait — secure your spot and get involved!

Today's SoundByte micro-podcast features a fascinating conversation with Michał Aibin, Ph.D. He's the Chief Technology Officer at SkyScout Ai Innovations, Inc. – and also Program Head of the British Columbia Institute of Technology's Master of Science in Applied Computing. For nearly a decade, Michal has focused on how drones, ground sensors, historical data and AI might work together to predict and even prevent wildfires – which cause tremendous damage annually on a global scale. And now? He believes he has the solution. Spexi, Mitacs, BCIT Computing, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)