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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 Film Club is launching as a community-driven space for filmmakers and creatives to explore AI's impact on storytelling and film production. It evolved from discussions into hands-on workshops and screenings, culminating in the first annual BC + AI Film Festival, which showcased AI-generated films. The club emphasizes collaboration, accessibility, and ethical practices, offering free events and a supportive network for all levels of experience. Upcoming events include monthly screenings and workshops at the Multimodal Media Lab, fostering a creative revolution in British Columbia.
British Columbia's grassroots AI ecosystem is crucial for realizing the province's 10-year vision outlined in the Look West report. Key goals include doubling the AI and quantum sector, integrating AI into K-12 education, and supporting SMEs in tech adoption. Community-driven pathways emphasize local engagement, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI), with initiatives like AI literacy frameworks, hands-on labs for trades, and regional AI hubs. The focus is on building trust and collaboration among stakeholders to ensure sustainable and equitable AI development.
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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