Get Involved
DAVI is built on collaboration. We are bringing together organisations across south Vancouver Island to create a data services cluster that strengthens the entire region. Whether you work in tech, government, academia, or community development, there is a role for you here.
Who Can Participate
DAVI brings together diverse organisations to build something none of us could create alone. Here is how different groups contribute to the ecosystem.
SMEs and Tech Companies
Join action teams, participate in pilot programs, and share data to help shape regional data infrastructure. Your expertise drives the practical solutions that make DAVI work.
Government and Crown Corporations
Partner on data initiatives, align policy frameworks, and provide pilot sites for emerging data services. Public sector leadership is essential to building trusted data ecosystems.
Academic Institutions
Collaborate on applied research, build talent pipelines, and connect capstone projects to real industry challenges. Universities and colleges are vital to growing our regional capacity.
Indigenous Communities
Lead on data sovereignty, guide the application of OCAP principles, and ensure cultural preservation is embedded in how data is governed. Indigenous perspectives are central to doing this work well.
Innovation Organizations
Coordinate networks, provide mentorship, and share resources across the ecosystem. Accelerators, incubators, and industry associations help connect the pieces and amplify impact.
Ways to Contribute
There are many ways to get involved, from hands-on project work to organisational support. Choose what fits your capacity and interests.
Join an Action Team
Work alongside peers on focused initiatives in areas like data governance, workforce development, or infrastructure planning.
Submit a Letter of Support
Show your organisation's commitment to regional data ecosystem development. Letters of support strengthen funding applications and demonstrate collective momentum.
Attend Events
Participate in workshops, networking sessions, and community gatherings that bring the ecosystem together and surface new opportunities.
Share Expertise
Contribute your knowledge in data engineering, AI, governance, policy, or business development to help shape DAVI's direction and programs.
Co-fund Initiatives
Pool resources with other organisations to support shared infrastructure, training programs, and collaborative projects that benefit the whole region.
Letters of Support
Organizational letters of support play a key role in demonstrating the breadth and commitment of our regional ecosystem. They strengthen funding proposals, signal alignment across sectors, and show that south Vancouver Island is ready to act collectively on data and AI.
If your organisation would like to submit a letter of support for DAVI, we would be glad to hear from you. Reach out through our contact page to get started.
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendar for these key moments in DAVI's launch and early development.
April 2026
DAVI Official Launch
The public launch of DAVI, introducing the initiative to the broader community and outlining the roadmap for building south Vancouver Island's data services cluster.
April 15, 2026
Data Services Stage 1 Event
A hands-on working session bringing together stakeholders to kick off Stage 1 of the data services cluster development. Come ready to collaborate.
Ready to Shape the Future of Data on Vancouver Island?
Get in touch with our co-leads to learn more about how you or your organisation can contribute to DAVI. We are actively looking for partners, collaborators, and champions across all sectors.