Team RIVIR: The Cornerstone of ventureLAB’s Esteemed Corporate Culture

At ventureLAB, our mission is to empower hardtech founders to build and scale globally competitive ventures, contributing significantly to Canada's knowledge-based economy. We are proud to announce that in 2024, we have once again been recognized for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace. For the fourth consecutive year, we obtained the Great Place to Work® Certification, which is based on direct, anonymous feedback from our dedicated team. Additionally, we earned recognition as one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures for the fourth time, reflecting our people-first approach and high-performance work environment.

The driving force behind our success is Team RIVIR, which embodies our five key values: Relentless, Inclusive, Visionary, Innovative, and Results-oriented. These core principles not only define who we are but also guide our collaborative efforts. Being relentless means we face challenges with tenacity and resilience, leading to collective success. Inclusivity fosters a trusting environment that encourages collaboration and diverse perspectives. We aspire to be visionary by challenging norms and encouraging bold thinking. Innovation is celebrated within our team, empowering us to devise creative solutions. Finally, our focus on results ensures that we operate transparently while delivering tangible impacts.

Our culture emphasizes support and inspiration, cultivating an environment where employees feel valued and encouraged to make significant contributions. ventureLAB is composed of passionate individuals, thriving in a fast-paced, flexible setting where teamwork is crucial. We value the diversity of experiences and perspectives, believing that inclusion strengthens our teams and enhances creativity.

As a growing national team, ventureLAB exemplifies a gender-balanced and diverse workforce permanently rooted in a performance-based culture. We take pride in our accomplishments, the supportive culture we foster, and the dedication we show to our goals. Our team has expanded to 59 members this year, representing regions across Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec. This diverse group includes professionals with extensive leadership experience in the public and private sectors, as well as backgrounds in tech entrepreneurship and innovation.

The awards and certifications we receive reflect the hard work, passion, and dedication of our entire team, board, and innovation community. Our commitment is to maintain a People-Driven, Culture-First organization that inspires creativity and drives meaningful impacts within Canada’s tech ecosystem.

At ventureLAB, we recognize that our culture and values are pivotal to our ongoing success. We embrace the dynamic environment we’ve cultivated, knowing it plays a crucial role in our ability to support hardtech founders effectively. As we move forward, we will continue to prioritize our core values, ensuring that our company remains an incubator for innovation and a leader in the tech landscape, giving everyone within our organization the opportunity to thrive. For further information about our culture and values, we encourage you to explore ventureLAB.