Information & Communications Technology (ICT)
Why is British Columbia a global tech hotspot?
- Unmatched Scale & Expertise: 12,000+ tech companies and 180,000+ professionals driving breakthroughs in AI, cloud computing, IoT, software, and more.
- Built for Success: World-class infrastructure, research excellence, and a competitive business environment attract global leaders and ambitious start-ups alike.
- Innovation at the Core: Dynamic clusters in Vancouver, Victoria, and Kelowna foster collaboration, creativity, and growth in ICT and emerging technologies.
One Of The Fastest Growing Tech Ecosystems In North America
British Columbia (B.C.) is driving one of the fastest-growing tech ecosystems in North America. With more than 12,000 tech companies and over 180,000 professionals advancing software, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), IoT, telecommunications and electronics manufacturing, the province offers a powerful combination of talent, research excellence and global connectivity. Supported by competitive business conditions and world-class infrastructure, B.C. is creating technologies that scale worldwide.
Technology clusters in Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna attract major global companies and start-ups alike. With a focus on collaboration, innovation and growth, B.C.’s dynamic information and communications technology (ICT) organizations are building tomorrow’s innovations today.
Industry Highlights
12,000
Over 12,000 Tech companies are based in B.C.
BC Stats (2024)#2
Vancouver’s tech startup ecosystem was ranked 2nd best in Canada
Startup Genome (2024)#1
Vancouver ranked 1st for highest tech talent concentration in Canada
CBRE (2024)Learn What Makes B.C. A Thriving Innovation Hotspot
Competitive Advantages of B.C.’s ICT Sector
We are home to one of the fastest-growing tech eco-systems.
Exceptional Talent
B.C.’s post-secondary institutions are working collaboratively with the tech sector to attract, train and graduate skilled workers to meet the needs of the technology sector.
Incubators and Accelerators
The Venture Acceleration Program, funded by Innovate BC, is in place to develop, coach and expand early-stage entrepreneurs as they take the first steps towards their technology venture.
Prime Location
As Canada’s gateway to the Pacific, British Columbia’s business day conveniently overlaps with afternoon working hours in Europe and morning work schedules in Asia, and perfectly synchronizes with the full working days of California and Washington state.
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Government Support & Programs
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Top Companies in Information & Communications Technology
ICT Sector News & Stories
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