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    Since 1998, KAST has led our region’s economic development through technology and innovation. We are the only non-profit tech association serving the entire Kootenay region.

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    Kootenay Association for Science and Technology (KAST).

    Since 1998, KAST has led our region’s economic development through technology and innovation. We are the only non-profit tech association serving the entire Kootenay region.

    Learn more
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    Our Company

    About
    Board of Directors
    Executives in Residence
    The Team
    Reports

    Get Involved

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    Contact
  • Community

    Supporting the Kootenays.

    Learn, support, and engage with technology and innovative thinking in your community. 

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    Nelson Innovation Centre
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  • Startup Launch

    Startups and tech-innovators.

    Career training, upskilling, and networking with a focus on technology and innovation. 

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    Programs

    Kootenay Entrepreneurship Program 2025
    Build-A-Business
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  • Venture Support

    Supporting founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs and business owners.

    Learn how to develop or commercialize new or improved technology-driven products, services or processes.

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    Programs

    BroadKAST
    Kootenay Venture Network (KVN)
    Venture Acceleration Program
    Accelerate IP
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  • Youth

    Opportunities for youths aged 5-17.

    Build skills, discover passions through interactive play and learn about fields in science, tech innovation and entrepreneurship. 

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    Programs

    Club KAST
    Build-A-Business
    Kootenay Contraption Contest
    Quantum Leaps
    Past Programs
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    Nelson, BC
    V1L 4G8

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