Join SIB at Web Summit in Vancouver!

Web Summit Vancouver 2025

After Lisbon, Rio and Toronto, Web Summit will land in Vancouver in 2025! Web Summit is one of the largest and most important tech conferences in the world. This year, it will take place in Vancouver for the first time from 27 to 30 May. Thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, and media from around the world will gather here. And you can be a part of it!

At Web Summit, you will have the opportunity to connect with top tech companies and investors, including Microsoft, Boeing, Amazon, Hootsuite, Svante, Electronic Arts, Arc'Teryx, Abcellera, and more. Leading media outlets will also be present, such as Bloomberg, Wired, CBC, Reuters, New York Times, and Wall Street Journal.

Visit the Web Summit website for more details on speakers, participants, and investors.

Why Vancouver?

Vancouver is the largest city on the Canadian west coast. The region around the city, Metro Vancouver, is an ambitious and rapidly growing innovation hub. It is also the country's fastest-growing region for high-tech jobs.

• It is known as 'Hollywood North' due to its strong film industry and digital entertainment sector.
• It is a leader in Climate Tech, with companies like Ballard Power Systems, a pioneer in hydrogen fuel cells, and firms specializing in direct air carbon capture.
• It has a highly skilled workforce, making it a key location for U.S. tech companies and their Canadian Research & Development offices.
• Vancouver’s location makes it a 'gateway to Pacific Asia'. Web Summit will also provide networking opportunities with Asian companies and investors. 
• Check out more insights on the economic growth of the region.

For whom?

Are you looking to grow and scale your tech company? Web Summit in Vancouver is a fantastic opportunity to enter new markets and connect with leading tech hubs. You can apply if your company:

• has a product or service on the market;
• is focused on innovation and growth;
• is registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KVK).

Not sure if your company fits? Schedule a meeting with the organizers to discuss your eligibility for the delegation. You can find the contact details at the bottom of this page.

Women in Tech & Diversity

The Dutch government is committed to promoting diversity and encourages female entrepreneurs to join this mission!

Diversity at Web Summit 

Canada is one of the world’s most inclusive countries, with a strong commitment to diversity in business. Tech hubs like Toronto and Vancouver embrace an open and inclusive culture. With over 42% of attendees identifying as women, Web Summit is one of the most diverse tech events globally. The Dutch government actively supports this. Read more about Women in Tech on the Web Summit website.

Why take part?

This mission aims to help promising Dutch companies grow internationally. 

Attending Web Summit Vancouver 2025 offers:

• A chance to showcase your services or products to a global audience at the NL Lounge. This is a physical space at the event that provides a central base for networking.
• Insights into the North American West Coast markets including Seattle, San Francisco, Portland as well as Canada.
• Support from the Dutch Consulate General in Vancouver to connect with relevant networks in your industry. 
• Contact with the Dutch economic team and the diplomatic network in Canada.
• Advice on export opportunities and investment potential.
• Networking events with business partners before, during, and after Web Summit.

Sectors that will be featured include, among others:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Gaming & Digital Media
• Climate Tech
• Clean Technology
• Life Sciences & Health
• Medical Technology
• Financial Technology
• DeepTech

Curious about what to expect? Watch the Collision 2024 aftermovie, the Web Summit edition of last year that took place in Toronto, Canada.

Programme

Here you will find a preliminary programme for the SIB mission to Web Summit from 27 to 30 May. The mission is currently being developed and may change. 

• A prep day to prepare for Web Summit on 27 May.
• Welcome reception at the residence of the Consulate-General in Vancouver.
• One-to-one matchmaking with potential partners. 
• Three conference days (28 to 30 May) filled with engaging presentations and networking at the NL Lounge.
• Visits to innovation hub and incubators. 

Online session

We will hold an online session for participants in early May. Here we will provide more details on the programme and create a networking opportunity for fellow attendees.

Participation fee

The participation fee for this mission is € 500 (excluding VAT) per company. There is a maximum of two participants per company.

This includes:

• Full access to Web Summit Vancouver, including matchmaking via the Web Summit app, side events and after-hours programmes;
• Use of the NL Lounge as a meeting point at the fair;
• Access to Dutch networking events;
• Personal matchmaking with potential clients, partners, and investors

This excludes travel and accommodation costs.

Register

Register for this mission and do so by 30 March 2025. Every participant must register separately.  

Register now 

Want to know more?

For more information, contact:

Rik Roeske
Project manager Web Summit 2025
Phone: +31 6 2551 6714
Email: rik.roeske@rvo.nl

Maarten ten Ouden
Trade Officer Consulate General Vancouver
Phone: +1 604 908 2319
Email: maarten-den.ouden@minbuza.nl

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