VANTEC Angel Network Inc.

VANTEC Angel Network Inc. is a prominent angel network based in Vancouver, British Columbia, dedicated to supporting early-stage technology ventures. Since its inception in 1999, VANTEC has been connecting promising BC-based entrepreneurs with a community of active angel investors and early-stage funds. The network hosts monthly pitch events where startups present their business opportunities to a room full of investors, fostering connections that can lead to significant funding and growth.

The network's investment focus spans various sectors, including technology, biotechnology, healthcare, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, therapeutics, chemicals, recycling, and wood processing. VANTEC primarily invests in seed and early-stage companies, with investment sizes ranging from $100,000 to $5 million. This broad sector focus allows VANTEC to support a diverse array of startups, contributing to the growth and innovation within British Columbia's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

VANTEC's strategy emphasizes active engagement with entrepreneurs, offering them opportunities to pitch their ideas to a network of seasoned investors. The network has a track record of successful investments, with portfolio companies achieving significant funding milestones, such as raising $4.4 million in seed funding in 2021 and $115 million in Series B funding in 2025. This history underscores VANTEC's commitment to nurturing and scaling early-stage ventures, solidifying its role as a cornerstone of BC's startup community.