[2] BC Tech has a membership base of over 2,100 companies ranging from start-ups to established organizations,[3] and spanning a variety of technology-related sectors including education, hardware, software, life sciences, manufacturing, natural resources, web technology and green energy.

[6] In 2006, BC Tech partnered with the not-for-profit British Columbia Regional Science & Technology Network (BCRSTN) to facilitate collaboration, innovation, and commercialization of research.

To participate in the TIAs, a technology company must have its head office based in British Columbia or have established a significant operating division complete with senior management in the province.

TIAs winners benefit through media recognition and the opportunity to connect with potential investors, advisors, mentors, and partners.

[12] TIAs winners in recent years have included AbeBooks, Strangeloop Networks, Business Objects, and EQO Communications.