On April 8, 2022, the Western Canadian startup ecosystem came alive once again as founders, investors, and innovation leaders gathered in person for the long-awaited Western Angel Investment Summit. Held after along pause due to the pandemic, the event offered not only an opportunity to connect — but to reflect, realign, and reignite the future of entrepreneurship in Canada.
At INWEST Ventures, we were proud to be part of this transformative moment.
One of the most powerful aspects of the event was the energy in the room — where investors finally met the founders of companies they had already invested in, some for the first time face-to-face. In a world that had grown increasingly virtual, the summit reminded us of the importance of human connection in building lasting partnerships.
For INWEST Ventures, the summit wasn’t just another event —it was a milestone in our journey to help international founders grow their businesses in Canada. As a startup accelerator focused on immigrant-led innovation, we see first-hand how strong local ecosystems play a key role in founder success.
Being part of the Western Angel Investment Summit allowed us to connect with like-minded investors, support our portfolio founders in real time, and deepen our partnerships across the Canadian venture landscape.
