#VTJTalks: Canada vs. the World: Competing for Tech Talent
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#VTJTalks: Canada vs. the World: Competing for Tech Talent
The global race for tech talent has never been more intense. Countries and cities are competing not just for developers and data scientists, but for product leaders, AI researchers, cybersecurity experts, and the next generation of technical founders.
Canada has long been seen as a magnet for skilled talent — but with shifting immigration policies, rising global competition, and new incentives emerging in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, the landscape is rapidly changing.
So the real question is: Can Canada keep its edge? And what will it take to win the next decade of talent?
Join Vancouver Tech Journal for a candid conversation on where Canada stands in the global talent race, what’s working, what’s slipping, and how companies and policymakers can respond.
Our speakers include:
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What we’ll explore:
How Canada’s talent pipeline stacks up against major global hubs
Immigration, policy, and incentive shifts shaping cross-border movement
The impact of remote work on attracting and retaining top technical talent
What founders and employers need to know in 2026 (and beyond)
How Canada can position itself as a long-term destination for world-class tech talent
Whether you're a founder scaling a team, an HR leader building recruitment strategies, an investor watching the macro signals, or a policymaker shaping Canada’s innovation future, this session will provide the insights you need to compete in a global market.
Join us as we dig into what it truly means for Canada to win — or lose — the world’s top tech talent.
Overview:
#VTJTalks: Canada vs. the World: Competing for Tech Talent
When: Wed, February 18
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Where: Northeastern University Vancouver
Tickets: Prices vary
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Agenda:
5:00-5:30pm Networking
5:30-6:30pm Panel Discussion with Q&A
6:30-7:00pm More Networking!
Questions? Contact Nicole Hsueh ([email protected])
Thank you to our supporting sponsors!
A huge thank you to all of our sponsors — who continuously support our events. Your contributions are pivotal in helping us drive impact in Vancouver’s tech ecosystem and bring together the community.
Venue Partner: Northeastern University Vancouver
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. With 13 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, over 320,000 alumni, and more than 3,800 partners worldwide, the global university network serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
Located in the heart of downtown, the Vancouver campus offers a wide range of master’s-level tech degrees, including pathway programs that allow students with non-STEM backgrounds to pursue a graduate degree in tech.
Interested in partnering with us? Contact Nicole at [email protected]