BC Technology Industry Association
BC Technology Industry Association (BCTIA) is a not-for-profit, organization that represents the technology
industry of British Columbia. Our diverse membership encompasses companies of all sizes and in all sectors
of technology. BCTIA is the voice of BC's technology industry providing the leadership, connection and
action needed to foster the continued growth and success of the industry.
With a growing base of 2100 member companies, across the province of BC, the BCTIA brings more than 43,000 people, ideas and resources together.
Okanagan Research & Innovation Centre (ORIC)
ORIC is an Applied Research & Innovation Centre co-located with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory (DRAO) near Penticton, B.C., Canada.
The mission of the Okanagan Research & Innovation Centre (ORIC) is to create high
-tech jobs and economic value for the Okanagan Valley and beyond.
ORIC and its clients have access to the extensive equipment and know-how of NRCs world-
class facility for radio astronomy.
The Okanagan Science & Technology Council
The Okanagan Science & Technology Council (OSTEC), a membership driven organization,
fosters an environment that supports science and technology initiatives by acting as a
representative and advocate for the interests of members and the business community as a
whole. They are a conduit that brings people together, partnering with industry, agencies
and government.
OSTEC's Mission Statement is to foster the development of the region as a globally competitive centre of excellence in the research, development and application of science, technology and innovation. Branding of the Okanagan region as "The Silicon Vineyard" enables them to promote the region's vibrant science and technology community with strong growth, a well developed infrastructure and a lower cost of doing business, not to mention a quality of life second to none in North America.