Feb 19, 1:30 – 3:00 AM (UTC)
Vancouver House Campus, E-301, 1461 Granville St, Vancouver, V6Z 0E5
Startup Grind Pitch Battle Royale is a high-energy pitch competition designed to spotlight bold founders, innovative startups, and game-changing ideas at the early stages of growth. From early concepts to revenue-generating companies, this competition brings together entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders for an unforgettable showdown of vision, execution, and traction.
Welcome to Startup Grind Pitch Battle 2026!
Startup Grind Pitch Battle Royale is a high-energy pitch competition designed to spotlight bold founders, innovative startups, and game-changing ideas at the early stages of growth. From early concepts to revenue-generating companies, this competition brings together entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders for an unforgettable showdown of vision, execution, and traction.
At UCW Chapter, startups compete across two stages – Idea and Development – ensuring a fair and dynamic playing field for founders wherever they are in their journey. Selected participants will pitch live, receive real-time feedback from experienced judges, and gain meaningful exposure within the Startup Grind community and beyond.
Winners of Chapter competition will advance to the semi-finals, and those winners will advance to the finals to compete for the ultimate prize: Champion of the Startup Grind Pitch Battle Royale.
Link to apply your idea: https://pitchbattleroyale.com/apply
Applications are being accepted only for IDEA and DEVELOPMENT stage competition only and applications for TRACTION stage will not be considered
Application deadline: February 9th, 11:59 pm PT.
Please note, this event is for UCW students and alumni only.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
1:30 AM – 3:00 AM (UTC)
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