Are you a founder looking to connect with other Canadian entrepreneurs and potential VCs and a funder looking for the next big Idea?  Then you will be happy to know that Boris Mann from Bootup Labs is organizing the first West Coast Founders & Funders dinner.   This private, invite only networking event is limited to 100 attendees and will take place on June 17th in Vancouver.  

After a successful VC Roadtrip on May 25, Boris expects to have investors fly in from out of town, as well as David Crow, who organized Toronto's inaugural event in January.    Here are a few more details about the event that are listed on the Bootup blog: 

What:	Founders & Funders Vancouver June 17th Founders & Funders is a private, invite only social event. Founders and Funders is dedicated: to helping Canadian entrepreneurs to meet each other; meet potential funders: angel, VC or other money sources; to have fun; and see how we can help each other create the NEXT BIG successful company.
When:	Wednesday, June 17, 2008 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM

 

The fee for the dinner is $100, which will include drinks and dinner.

If you would like to attend, you need to fill out their registration form to be considered.  The first three events in Montreal and Toronto have been a big hit.  Vancouver should be no exception.