Growth Innovation: Tech Community

growth innovation: And it seems like governments are also starting to take notice, according to Huffington Post Canada. The Vancouver Economic Commission has produced this slick video to promote the city to the global tech community, while the provincial government introduced a $100 million venture capital fund in support of growth and innovation late last year. The word is out on the economic impact that the industry has on the B.C. economy , and there is palpable and boundless optimism for the future. But while the VEC trumpets Bloomberg Businessweek designation of Vancouver being a "new tech hub" that offers "world-class talent and few immigration headaches" as well as "great views in a convenient time zone," I believe that the tech community has a duty to be far more discerning with labels and premature designations. Digging deeper into this 2015 Compass Global Startup Ecosystem Rankings report, however, provides some concerning facts when it comes to considering the city current and future competitiveness. Don't get me wrong - I am very aware of Vancouver status as one of the top 20 global cities in which to launch a startup. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.