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"In Canada, female-owned businesses receive only four percent of VC dollars. They also tend to secure fewer rounds of financing and lower overall funding compared to ventures led by men. BIPOC females in particular face these challenges due to unconscious or conscious biases."
ABOUT
Together, let's amplify our voices and make a difference.
WAKE: Women of Action, Knowledge, and Experience
WAKE stands for Women of Action, Knowledge, and Experience. We believe in harnessing our collective expertise and drive to create positive change in our communities and industries.
WAKE Collective is a dynamic group of BIPOC women founders based in the Vancouver area and the West Coast of Canada.
We are passionate entrepreneurs, each driving impact through our diverse businesses, ranging from healthcare and education to travel. Our collective includes both tech and tech-enabled ventures, all making waves in our respective fields.
Our Mission
At WAKE Collective, our mission is to elevate BIPOC women who are underrepresented in the tech and creative industries. We’re focused on increasing visibility, business potential, and community support—while giving back to our economy.
Our Work
Our immediate goal is to organize events to host our first major event at the Web Summit in Vancouver in May 2025 and other large tech events, showcasing our voices on a global stage. As WAKE Collective grows, we’ll continue organizing events and expanding our impact.
Join us in building a future where BIPOC women are empowered to lead, succeed, and give back.
WHO WE ARE
Our Founding Members
Stephanie Chan
myCareBase
myCareBase is a home care platform that helps families find caregivers easily and reliably
Partners & Supporters
Questions Answered
What does it mean when I join the WAKE Collective?
It means you understand the highs and lows of being a BIPOC woman founder, and believe we should support and uplift each other.
In terms of time commitment, you'll be asked to support the organizing of events.
As a member of WAKE Collective, you'll act as a host of these events.
If you have skills to contribute in other ways, please let us know.
How can I get involved?
Reach out via our form. You'll be added as a member of our collective.
What industries do you focus on?
We are actively involved in healthcare, education, and any sector creating impact.
I'm not a BIPOC woman founder. How can I support your initiatives?
You can support us by spreading awareness or collaborating with us. Drop us an email if you have any ideas on how we can work together.
Get Involved
If you are a BIPOC woman founder in the Vancouver area or the West Coast, passionate about making an impact and keen to join a supportive community, we would love to hear from you.
Join a community of like-minded women
Participate in high-profile events as a host
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