SOAR 2026 | UBC Startups

Where UBC's boldest ideas take flight.

📅Date & TimeMarch 22, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

📍LocationUBC Sauder School of Business
The Big 4 Conference Centre, 9th Floor

⏰Deadline to ApplyMarch 10
11:59 PM PST

What is SOAR?

SOAR is UBC's largest pitch competition hosted by UBC Startups Club. Students across all faculties and experience levels are welcome to apply to compete in a pitch competition where the winning startup will receive a $10,000 non-dilutive cash prize from Linde Equity.

Event Highlights

$10,000 non-dilutive cash prize

Pitch to Canadian VCs & angel investors who will attend live

Gain feedback, visibility, and real connections in UBC's startup ecosystem

Timeline

Feb 15, 2026

Applications Open

Limited spots available.

March 10, 2026

Applications Close

No late submissions accepted. Keep an eye on your inbox.

March 12-16, 2026

Interview Offers Sent

Select teams are notified of interview offers.

March 17, 2026

Finalists Offers Sent

Select teams are notified and invited to SOAR.

March 22, 2026

SOAR: PITCH DAY

Live pitches, judge Q&A, networking reception, and the $10K startup winner announcement.

Past Winner

Hasti Haghdadi

Co-founder & COO

Hana Rahili

Co-founder & CEO

SOAR 2025 Winner

Xpress Select

Xpress Select is a digital platform that optimizes pharmacy operations by streamlining OTC recommendations and pharmacist-led minor ailment services. Patients complete structured clinical assessments in-store or online, while the software automates intake, documentation, and routing—reducing wait times and freeing pharmacists to focus on higher-value care.