Vancouver, BC — May 17, 2025 — Tourifique, an AI-powered social and travel platform connecting Black travelers with Afrocentric things to do, is proud to announce its participation in Vancouver Startup Week 2025 — one of Canada’s premier celebrations of entrepreneurship and innovation — taking place May 20–23, 2025.
Tourifique joins a vibrant lineup of high-impact startups showcasing how technology can solve real-world problems. With AI trip planning, seamless group booking tools, and a curated marketplace of Afrocentric events, Tourifique is reshaping how people travel, connect, and celebrate culture.
“As a local tech founder based right here in beautiful Vancouver, Vancouver Startup Week gives us the momentum to shine and showcase innovation built at home,” said Charles Shima, Founder of Tourifique. “We’re proud to represent Black founders in the travel tech space and to show how meaningful experiences can start with visibility, access, and community.”
Why This Matters
- Vancouver Startup Week (VSW) transforms and elevates local startups by providing access to mentorship, funding, talent, and global connections.
- Tourifique is part of a rising generation of culturally conscious, impact-driven tech startups from Canada.
- With over 100 travelers onboard and 50+ curated experiences across North America, Tourifique is proving that Afrocentric travel has a global audience.
- VSW offers Tourifique a platform to connect with investors, press, and collaborators as it scales its vision.
Tourifique is already making waves — from hosting travelers on food and culture tours to spotlighting overlooked creators, including Black Broadway stars offering exclusive meet-and-greets. By making the invisible visible, Tourifique is building a more inclusive travel future.
About Vancouver Startup Week
VSW 2025 empowers and connects local startups through networking events, speaker panels, pitch sessions, and collaborative activations, making it a key catalyst for BC’s innovation economy.
To learn more or book an experience, visit our website.
Press Contact: press@tourifique.ca