VIU SPARK Pitch Competition – Info Session

February 19 2026, 1 - 2 pm

10 minutes might be all it takes to change the trajectory of your journey.

Join us for an Info Session to learn more about the VIU SPARK Pitch Competition, a guided entrepreneurship experience designed for VIU students, recent graduates, and student-led teams.

The program supports early-stage ideas through structured workshops, 1:1 mentoring, and the opportunity to pitch live at CREATE on March 30. Participants will also have the chance to win cash prizes of up to $1,000, along with mentorship and business support opportunities.

No business plan required, just an idea and the willingness to explore it.

Whether you’re considering launching a startup, opening your own service-based business, or simply exploring entrepreneurship as a possible path, this session will walk you through what to expect and how to apply.

Date: Thursday, February 19
Time: 1:00–2:00 PM
Location: Building 305, Room 440 (VIU Nanaimo Campus)

For more information, contact Peggy Janssens or Lindsay Frehlick.

Can’t make it to the Info Session? A recording is available here for you to watch at your convenience. 

Apply by March 2, scan the QR code 👇🏼

VIU SPARK PITCH COMPETITION Information
Date and Time:
February 19 2026, 1 - 2 pm
Attendance: In-person
Location: Nanaimo campus
Building: 305
Room: 440
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