Sponsors
Sponsorship keeps this community running, and growing. The organizations listed here make it possible for us to host monthly meetups, run hackathons, expand into new regions, and keep BC + AI accessible to everyone.
They’re not just writing checks. They’re at our events. Their people are in our Whatsapp and Discord groups. They care about what we’re building here.
2026 Sponsors
Program Sponsors
Organizations investing in BC AI’s core programming and regional expansion.
Rival Technologies
Rival Technologies builds conversational research tools that help brands understand what real people actually think. They’ve been with us from the start-sponsoring the Data Storytelling Hackathon Series and consistently showing up at meetups. Co-CEO Andrew Reid is a fixture in our community, and Rival’s team regularly shares their expertise with members.
18+ months as a sponsor. Vancouver-based.
Intellomx
Intellomx works at the intersection of healthcare and AI—building tools that help clinicians and healthcare systems make better decisions. Simon Haworth, who leads Intellomx, received the 2025 Squatchies Industry Builder Award for his work connecting AI innovation to real-world healthcare outcomes.
Vancouver-based. Healthcare AI specialist.
Community Sponsors
Organizations supporting our grassroots community programs and events.
TheUpgrade.ai
TheUpgrade.ai delivers AI training programs for professionals across industries—from healthcare to creative to enterprise. Their hands-on, practical approach to AI education aligns perfectly with BC AI’s mission. Many of their alumni are active community members who continue learning together long after their cohorts end.
Vancouver-based. Active participant in workshops and panels.
Where Sponsorship Goes
Every dollar supports real programming:
- Monthly Meetups — 200-250+ people gathering each month at the HR MacMillan Space Centre
- Regional Expansion — Surrey AI, Squamish Nation integration, Vancouver Island cohorts
- Hackathons — $40-60K+ in prizes distributed to builders each year
- Special Interest Groups — Mind AI & Consciousness, AI + Healthcare, AI + Education
- Friday Coaching Calls — Weekly open sessions for members working on AI projects
- The Squatchies — BC’s grassroots AI awards celebrating real work over hype
We publish our financials and impact metrics openly. Community investment, community accountability.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We offer sponsorship tiers designed for different levels of involvement and investment. All sponsors receive:
- Recognition at monthly meetups (200-250+ attendees)
- Logo placement on bc-ai.ca and event materials
- Invitation to sponsor-exclusive community events
- Direct access to 2,000+ AI practitioners across BC
| Tier | Annual Investment | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Title Sponsor | $36,000/year | Naming rights, keynote opportunities, strategic input |
| Program Sponsor | $15,000/year | Program co-creation, workshop hosting, premium visibility |
| Community Sponsor | $6,000/year | Event recognition, community access, newsletter features |
| Supporter | $500-$2,000/year | Listed supporter, community membership, event invitations |
Custom packages available for hackathon sponsorship, regional chapter support, and event-specific partnerships.
Become a Sponsor
We’re looking for organizations who want to invest in BC’s AI future—not just visibility, but genuine participation in a community that’s shaping how this province approaches artificial intelligence.
Our sponsors:
- Get their teams involved in meetups, hackathons, and workshops
- Connect with talent across BC’s AI ecosystem
- Influence programming that serves the whole community
- Associate their brand with ethical, community-driven AI development
Ready to talk?
Reach out directly to start a conversation:
Email: [email protected]
Past Sponsors
Thank you to the organizations who supported BC AI in previous years. Your investment helped us grow from a small meetup to a province-wide ecosystem.
BC AI Ecosystem Association is a registered British Columbia nonprofit. All sponsorship funds support community programming, regional expansion, and operational sustainability. We don’t do pay-to-play awards or vanity placements—your investment goes directly to the community.
