TiE U Vancouver is part of a global initiative designed to fast-track collegiate entrepreneur’s innovative ideas into market-ready ventures. Over the course of six months selected students from colleges across Western Canada will gain the tools, mentorship, and network to turn their startup visions into real-world impact.
Through mentorship, education, investment readiness, and hands-on learning, TiE U Vancouver connects academia with the entrepreneurial ecosystem – empowering the next generation of innovators to scale with confidence.
Mentorship – The Spark That Ignites Innovation:
Mentorship is the heartbeat of TiE U Vancouver. Our ecosystem is built on deep meaningful relationships between experienced mentors and budding student founders. Every workshop, pitch competition, and bootcamp is designed to foster trust, guidance, and shared learning – because we believe mentorship makes the difference between a good idea and a great company.
Vision:
To empower student entrepreneurs in Western Canada to transform innovative ideas into scalable ventures through mentorship, education, and industry connections.
Mission:
TiE U Vancouver supports students with innovative ideas by providing mentorship, global networks, and practical learning to launch impactful, investor-ready businesses.
The benefits:
What TiE U Vancouver is not:
Empowering student entrepreneurs – one venture at a time.
Connecting you to mentorship, funding, and a global network — TiE programs accelerate every stage of your entrepreneurial journey
Apply now to join the TiE U Vancouver 2026 program.
We are proud to spotlight Mira as a shining example of the spirit and tenacity behind the TiE U founders.
