Capilano University is empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs in B.C.
| Client | Capilano University |
| Project | Business development, Indigenous economic growth, innovation |
| Location | North Vancouver, B.C. |
| Program | Regional Innovation Ecosystem (RIE) |
| Sector | Digital technology, Indigenous |
In today’s growing digital landscape, helping Indigenous-led businesses grow is an important driver to propel B.C. forward.
Launched through Capilano University, the Indigenous Digital Accelerator program is working towards meeting the growing demand within British Columbia’s technology, digital creative and cultural sectors.
As the first Indigenous digital accelerator established in Western Canada, the Indigenous Digital Accelerator program is focused on addressing significant gaps in the participation of Indigenous peoples in high tech and digital-creative industries.
With support from PacifiCan through the Regional Innovation Ecosystems, the Indigenous Digital Accelerator program supports Indigenous economic growth in British Columbia.
By focusing on supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs and Indigenous-led businesses, Capilano University has been continued to build on their vision of growing the Indigenous Digital Accelerator program as they mark their 3rd year anniversary.
Through dedicated space offered Capilano University, the program enables start-ups and companies to receive hands-on mentoring and technical advice.
Over $1.9M in PacifiCan funding has helped Capilano University achieve results, including:
- assisting nearly 20 B.C. based SMEs
- providing Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) advanced training to over 60 experts
- providing training to over 30 youth participants
