UBC Catalyst Ventures Fund

The UBC Catalysts Ventures Fund invests in innovative B.C. companies built on UBC research and discoveries, translating world-leading ideas into new products, services and treatments and delivering economic, social and environmental benefits to British Columbia. The fund will invest in spinoff companies created from licensed UBC research discoveries and other eligible companies established by UBC faculty, staff, students and recent alumni.

“As co-lead investors, UBC and InBC are working together toward this unique academic public private partnership to anchor and grow companies in B.C. and further the impact of UBC’s research and innovation in the province, across Canada and beyond. One of UBC’s strategic goals is to partner for purpose to generate economic and social impact, and this partnership is a perfect example of what we can do by working together.”

— Benoit-Antoine Bacon, President and Vice-Chancellor, UBC

Established
2026

Purpose
To support the growth and commercialization of UBC-affiliated companies and anchor more businesses to B.C.

InBC commitment amount
$10 million

Year invested
2026