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Kootenay Venture Network (KVN)

Kootenay Venture Network (KVN)

The Kootenay Venture Network (KVN) is a group of accredited investors who invest in early-stage technology companies based in the Kootenay Region. Our members are connected to the Kootenays and believe in its potential to grow and prosper.

2025 Intake Training Series

For Entrepreneurs Ready to Grow and For Investors Ready to Discover What’s Next

The Kootenay Venture Network (KVN) has been quietly creating powerful connections since 2022. It’s where ambitious founders meet engaged investors—and real opportunities are born. Whether you’re building a business or looking to invest in one, KVN may be exactly what you’re looking for.

And now is the time to join! This fall, we are able to deliver a new round of founder and investor training as part of the Discovery Foundation’s efforts to strengthen BC’s innovation ecosystem. Delivered by KAST, this series is designed to help both entrepreneurs and investors build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to navigate the capital-raising journey.

The fall cohort includes three evening workshops  (entrepreneurs and investors on alternating Thursdays from late September to early November), followed by a joint networking session for both groups once training wraps up.

Participation is free, and completing the series is the first step toward joining the Kootenay Venture Network.

Founder Sessions

  • Sept 25, 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT
  • October 9, 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT
  • October 23, 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT

Investor Sessions

  • Oct 2, 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT
  • Oct 16, 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT
  • Oct 30, 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT

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What is the KVN?

The KVN functions much like a traditional Angel Investor Group in that it:

  • Evaluates and considers KAST sponsored deal flow.
  • Provides opportunities to network and collaborate
  • Offers opportunities to learn and share knowledge.
  • Introduces founders and investors to facilitate investment

The KVN doesn’t do traditional investment forums, rather we come together when a founder is ready and work with them to support their next stage of growth.

Program Info

Program Schedule

Dates: Every Second Thursday at 6:00 PM Pacific from September 25 to October 23

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PST, biweekly
Location: Sessions will happen virtually on Zoom

Founders who apply before September 18th, 2023 are eligible to participate in the program.

Program Cost

The Kootenay Venture Network Investment Readiness Training program is free to participating founders (entrepreneurs). We only ask that businesses that join are committed to attending sessions, come prepared, and engage with other participants

Program Schedule

Dates: Every Second Thursday, October 2 – October 30
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM PST, biweekly
Location: Sessions will happen virtually on Zoom

Program Cost

The Kootenay Venture Network Investor Training program is free to participating members (investors). We only ask that members who join are committed to attending sessions, come prepared, and engage with other participants

KVN members and founders acknowledge the Kootenay Venture Network (KVN) and Kootenay Association of Technology (KAST) does not assume responsibility for the content, validity, or consequences of attending or consideration of its events, educational content, communications, presentations or interactions. And that a lawyer licensed to practice in British Columbia is consulted prior to making an investment decision.

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