AI Adoption and Training Programs
Programs delivered to small and medium-sized businesses across BC to help integrate AI technologies effectively and enhance productivity
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AInBC
The Voice for AI in British Columbia
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Overview
The Artificial Intelligence network of British Columbia (AInBC) was established to unify, organize and catalyze the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) communities in Canada and to establish BC as a national and global leader in AI by 2022. AInBC believes that AI/ML is of strategic importance to the economic and social well-being of everyone in Canada, and is dedicated to ensuring that our nation leads rather than follows.
Type
Not-for-Profit
Founded
2018
Regions
National (all of Canada)
Classification
Industries
Digital media & telecommunicationsOther
Stages supported
IdeaDiscoveryValidationEfficiencyScaleMature
Services offered
- Financing opportunities and connections with investor groups
- Free educational events or programming (ie. lunch and learns)
- Mentorship and access to advisors
- Networking opportunities and community events
- Paid programming (cash)
BAI Positioning
Massive Growthhigh confidence
Pushing, driving, shaping and forging selected organizations to massively scale by company valuation or impact
Sector-specific (Digital media & telecommunications, Other). Higher accountability signals (equity/paid programs, later-stage focus).
DisclosureBAI type is CAIN’s inferred classification based on available data. It has not been confirmed by the member unless otherwise indicated.
Learn more about the four BAI types →Programs
Athena Pathways
Program empowering women in tech through AI and data science education and mentorship, addressing skills gap and fostering diversity in AI leadership
Team BC – ALL IN
Community event
Van AI Showcase
Annual event showcasing AI innovation in BC
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Leadership
Rob Goehring
Executive Director
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