The globally recognized technology conference “Web Summit Vancouver” British Columbia For three years from 2025, in the technology field
Vancouver, British Columbia, June 18, 2024 /CNW/ – The Collision Conference, known as the “Olympics of Technology,” Vancouver Thanks to government support Canada A network of local economic development partners. The conference, which will be renamed Web Summit Vancouver in 2025, will foster economic growth and attract investment and tech talent. British Columbiaand positioning our region as a global hub for innovation.
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister of Pacific Economic Development, Canada (Pacifican) Announcement $6.6 million Funding Vancouver to host Web Summit Vancouver For over three years May 2025The Minister, Toronto Participating in Collison 2024.
British Columbia The technology sector is home to over 11,000 companies and provides quality employment to over 200,000 people. Vancouver It connects BC’s brightest innovators and entrepreneurs with technology leaders from around the world, generating investment opportunities and delivering lasting benefits to the local tech ecosystem.
The Web Summit drew thousands of people. Vancouver It will benefit hotels, restaurants and other businesses and provide an economic boost to B.C.’s tourism sector.
Web Summit Vancouver is the result of collaboration with partners who share Pacifican's ambitions. British Columbia and CanadaThe Province of Vancouver, in partnership with Destination Vancouver, British ColumbiaInnovate BC, Invest Vancouver, and Vancouver CityPacifiCan is helping bring the world of technology to BC’s doorstep.
PacifiCan's vision is lasting prosperity for all British Columbians. Canada's Investment in Web Summit Vancouver will continue into 2027 and beyond, strengthening the tech ecosystem and moving BC forward.
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“PacifiCan is here to promote BC as a global hub for innovation and technology, with cutting-edge talent and companies with an eye on international growth. Web Summit Vancouver is a transformative opportunity for the region and will create the conditions for continued growth for years to come.”
– The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister Responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency Canada (Pacifican)
Quick facts:
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Vancouver Ranked #1 for tech job growth North AmericaFrom 2016 to 2021, it increased by 62.7%.
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British Columbia's technology sector offers high-quality jobs at salaries approximately 80 per cent higher than the provincial average.
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Web Summit is a technology events company that brings together a global community of founders, entrepreneurs, business leaders and investors to network and exchange ideas about the technologies and trends shaping our world.
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destination Vancouver It is a not-for-profit, member-driven destination marketing and management organization. VancouverTheir purpose is to transform communities and visitors through the power of travel and to be thoughtful leaders, advocates and ambassadors. Vancouver.
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PacifiCan is a federal economic development agency dedicated to British Columbians. Our programs and services help strengthen businesses, non-profits and communities.
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Source: Canadian Pacific Economic Development Agency
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