HQ Function

Serves as the central hub for Innovate BC's operations, including program management, strategic planning, grant administration, and stakeholder engagement. It's the primary point of contact for partners and the innovation community in Vancouver.

Notable Features:

Located in 'The Station' at 555 W Hastings, a prominent redeveloped heritage building (formerly a Canadian Pacific Railway station) in downtown Vancouver, offering modern, collaborative workspaces and meeting facilities.

Work Culture:

Innovate BC fosters a collaborative and mission-driven work culture. The team is dedicated to supporting the province's innovators and entrepreneurs, with a focus on impact, integrity, and collaboration. The environment encourages creative problem-solving and a proactive approach to advancing B.C.'s technology sector.

HQ Significance:

The Vancouver headquarters is strategically significant due to its location in a major Canadian tech hub, providing direct access to a rich ecosystem of startups, established tech companies, academic institutions, and government partners. This proximity facilitates effective program delivery and responsiveness to the needs of B.C.'s innovation community.

Values Reflected in HQ: The choice of a redeveloped heritage building that now fosters innovation reflects values of respecting B.C.'s history while driving its future, alongside accessibility, collaboration, and connection within the city's core.

Location:

While primarily focused on fostering innovation within British Columbia, Innovate BC facilitates connections between B.C. businesses and global markets, partnerships, and investment opportunities. They support companies in accessing international programs and help position B.C. as an attractive destination for global talent and tech enterprises.

Street Address:

Suite 1100 – 555 W Hastings St

City:

Vancouver

State/Province:

British Columbia

Country:

Canada