Creativity across disciplines. Diversity across cultures. Innovation rooted in place. Futures shaped together.
Become a memberIn the heart of British Columbia, where circuits hum and ideas spark, a collective is rising. The province of British Columbia (BC) has emerged as a significant hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Canada, fostering a dynamic ecosystem of startups, established companies, research institutions, and academic programs.
The BC AI Ecosystem has transitioned from informal meetups to a structured nonprofit organization, facilitating collaboration among AI practitioners across British Columbia. The community has evolved from simple document sharing to advanced technical projects using GitHub and AI tools. Key initiatives include partnerships with NASA for hackathons, regional expansion, and the development of resources as public goods. The focus is on fostering human connections and distributed leadership while adapting to the rapid changes in AI technology.
Dean Shev transformed British Columbian survey data into a music album, capturing the essence of community voices through generative AI. This innovative project highlighted the intersection of technology and humanity, demonstrating that AI can amplify human connection rather than replace it. The initiative, born from a hackathon, emphasized the importance of creativity and emotional resonance in data storytelling, showcasing how personal narratives can be expressed through art. The success of this endeavor serves as a blueprint for integrating AI with human insight in organizational contexts.
A living spreadsheet of 200+ grants, loans, and investment programs for nonprofits, startups, and researchers working with AI in BC. Updated monthly; community‑tested—dozens of members have already landed cash.
All the prompts, judging rubric, sample datasets, walkthrough videos, GitHub links, and a list of past winning teams from our ongoing BC + AI Hackathon Series.
We’re thrilled to take part in BC’s most creative and collaborative AI hackathon yet — a unique blend of storytelling, data, and cutting-edge technology. This event brings together researchers, builders, artists, hackers, and creatives to craft compelling narratives about AI in British Columbia.
With $10,000 in cash prizes, community glory, and major bragging rights on the line, it’s more than a hackathon — it’s a celebration of innovation in BC’s AI ecosystem.
It captures the early formation of a decentralized, creative, human-first AI movement in British Columbia — built without corporate capture or gatekeepers.
The work stands as a record of what can happen when communities organize themselves around curiosity, ethics, and action.
The BC+AI program invites everyone to join in! Tap into exclusive events and share your skills while helping to foster innovation in our vibrant AI community.
Where the real talk happens. Members-only chat for questions, breakthroughs, signal boosts, and the occasional spicy AI drama.
Digital credentials you can flex anywhere—email sigs, decks, grant apps, social. Proof you’re building BC’s AI movement.
Choose from flexible team plans designed to support teams of all sizes, from solo users to groups of up to 30.
Handpicked intel. No hype, no spam. Just real updates, ecosystem signals, and backchannel invites you won’t find anywhere else.
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