Note: The next version of the T-Net 100 Awards Program, and an updated ranking of BC's top 100 technology companies will be released publicly in 2009 (based on company financial data for the year ending December 31, 2008). RANK COMPANY NAME REVENUES  (000's) COMPANY DESCRIPTION CAREERS 1. Creo Inc. (now Kodak Graphic Communications Canada Company) 917,839 Develops leading solutions for the global graphic arts industry. 2. Macdonald Dettwiler and Associates 570,485 An information company offering information services and information products. 3. Business Objects 398,500 Information management software, services and consulting. 4. PMC-Sierra 344,490 Leading provider of high-speed broadband communications and storage semiconductors and MIPS-based processors. 5. QLT Inc. 173,400 Biopharmaceutical company specializing in photodynamic therapy and drug development.   6. Xantrex Technology 165,000 Develops, manufactures and markets advanced power electronics products. 7. Ballard Power Systems 143,576 Recognized as the world leader in proton exchange membrane fuel cells. 8. Sierra Systems Group 135,333 Information technology solutions, change management and integration services for e-business solutions.   9. Pivotal Corp. (acquired by CDC Software) 126,573 The leading provider of CRM solutions for Mid-Enterprise companies. 10. Sierra Wireless 121,086 Global leader in providing wireless data solutions. 11. Seanix Technology 106,000 Largest Canadian OEM manufacturer of computer hardware. 12. Creation Technologies 92,910 Contact electronic manufacturing service provider for medium-volume, complex solutions. 13. MDSI Mobile Data Solutions 61,600 Leading provider of mobile workforce management solutions.   14. Power Measurement (acquired by Schneider Electric) 60,723 Global manufacturer of enterprise energy management technology (hardware and software). 15. Avcorp Industries 60,000 Engineering design and manufacture of major assemblies, sub-assemblies and parts for aircraft manufacturers.   16. Silent Witness Enterprises (acquired by Honeywell Video Systems) 59,986 Designs and manufactures a full range of video monitoring technology. 17. Navigata Communications 57,000 Full service telecommunications provider offering voice, data, and Internet solutions. 18. Glentel Inc. 55,937 Provider of wireless communication solutions. 19. Alpha Technologies 52,000 Designs and manufactures uninterruptable power systems, transfer switches and power distribution for IT applications. 20. Open Solutions Canada 45,564 Leading provider of innovative banking and payment technology solutions. 21. E-One Moli Energy (Canada) 45,000 Manufacturer of lithium-ion rechargeable batteries.   22. Microserve 42,591 Systems integrator, solution provider and technology reseller.   23. Top Producer Systems 40,446 Develops and sells productivity software for the real estate industry. 24. Argus Technologies 36,000 Research, manufacturing, sales and service of telecommunication power supplies. 25. Spectrum Signal Processing 35,800 Signal processing hardware and software for wireless and packet-voice applications. 26. LMI Technologies 32,369 Designs and manufactures 3D vision systems and sensors to optimize industrial application processes. 27. Thomson Technology 27,507 Manufacturer of electrical products and systems for use in the power generation industry.   28. Digital Dispatch Systems 27,000 Global provider of turnkey wireless mobile data solutions. 29. Datawave Systems 26,431 Innovators and developers of intelligent prepaid and stored-value merchandising programs.   30. Cayenta Canada 26,112 CIS and financial software for municipal governments and utilities. 31. Infosat Tele- communications 25,100 Leading satellite telecommunications system integrator and services provider.   32. Chancery Software 25,000 Leading provider of K-12 student information systems software. 33. ACL Services 24,700 Global provider of audit and data analysis software solutions. 34. Epic Data 24,000 Developer of automated data collection solutions. 35. DTM Systems 23,276 Systems integrator single point of contact to manage IT requirements.   36. Westport Innovations 23,105 Develops technologies that allow diesel engines to operate on alternative fuels such as natural gas. 37. Blast Radius 22,900 Global Internet solutions company. 38. Pacific Insight Electronics 22,900 Designer and manufacturer of electronic components for the automotive industry.   39. ACD Systems 22,132 One of the world's leading developers and marketers of digital imaging software. 40. Radical Entertainment 21,200 Leading independent developer of interactive entertainment and video games. 41. Northern Airborne Technology 20,501 Manufacturer of airborne communications equipment.   42. Extreme CCTV 197,51 Specializes in the design and manufacture of high-end surveillance equipment.   43. IVL Technologies 19,200 Development and marketing of vocal transformation technology products. 44. Bridges.com 18,464 North America's leading provider of career and educational management solutions.   45. Daniels Electronics 18,000 Designs and manufactures specialized radio communications equipment. 46. Maximizer Software 17,582 Leading provider of innovative CRM and contact management solutions. 47. Versatile Mobile Systems 17,466 Delivers innovative mobile data solutions focusing on CPG & distribution companies.   48. Class Software Solutions (Acquired by Active Network) 16,750 Technology solutions for community service organizations.   49. Intrinsyc Software International 15,847 Helps companies create, network and manage specialized Internet based devices. 50. Apex-Micro Electronics 15,000 Provides OEMs with electronics manufacturing solutions for medical, aerospace, industrial, communications, wireless and other applications   51. Norsat International 14,700 Designs and markets satellite products for high-speed data transmission. 52. VSM Medtech 14,203 Manufactures medical devices for diagnosing neurological and cardiovascular disorders. 53. Stressgen Biotechnologies 14,040 Immunotherapeutics for the treatment of infectious disease and cancer.   54. Offshore Systems International 13,868 Global leader in geographic situational awareness data and display technology. 55. StemCell Technologies 13,500 Developer and manufacturer of specialized research tools for the life sciences. 56. Cantest Ltd. 13,500 Life sciences contract research laboratory services.   57. Cadex Electronics 13,500 Manufactures battery analyzers, chargers and battery packs. 58. TIR Systems 12,033 Manufacturer and developer of enabling technologies for solid state lighting.   59. Radiant Communications 11,600 Provides high-speed, IP-based data communications and business Internet services. 60. Selkirk Financial Technologies 11,300 Global provider of world-class treasury management solutions 61. ID Biomedical (acquired by GlaxoSmithKline plc (NYSE:GSK)) 10,900 Biotechnology company focused on the development of proprietary subunit vaccine products.   62. Xmark (acquired by VeriChip Corporation) 10,878 Asset management and security company.   63. Netnation Communications 10,707 Pioneer in web hosting and domain name registration.   64. Quartech Systems 10,700 Leading consulting and information technology services firm.   65. TMW Systems 10,700 Providers of transportation and logistics software. 66. Gemcom Software International 10,442 Global provider of scalable planning and production tools for the mining industry.   67. Rainmaker Entertainment 10,388 A leading creator of computer animation. 68. Omnex Control Systems 10,284 Designs and manufactures robust radios for mobile control applications. 69. Angiotech Pharmaceuticals 9,900 World leader in drug-coated medical devices and biomaterials. 70. Circon Systems 9,543 Intelligent and integrated building automation solutions.    71. Xenon Genetics 9,378 Genomics-based drug discovery and development company.   72. Uniserve Online 9,323 Internet service provider. 73. Myra Systems 9,200 IT infrastructure regional systems integrator.   74. Relic Entertainment 8,787 Game developer. 75. Dorigo Systems 8,584 Electronics manufacturing services.   76. VantagePoint Systems 8,582 Develops and markets core business software for the packaging industry.   77. Total Care (acquired by KRONOS TOTAL CARE GROUP) 8,162 Provides staff scheduling solutions for the business of healthcare.   78. Forbes Medi-Tech 8,000 Pharmaceutical development company focused on cardiovascular and related diseases.   79. CAC Computers & Communications 8,000 Systems integrator specializing in enterprise level systems, security, storage and high availability.   80. Inex Pharmaceuticals 7,985 Biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing proprietary drugs to improve the treatment of cancer.   81. Sudden Service Technologies 7,900 Professional service solution integration for small - medium enterprises in BC.   82. Voyus Canada (acquired by Meridex) 7,606 Provides complete managed IT solutions. 83. Arkon Technologies 7,600 Wireless telecom product development house. 84. BC Research 7,006 Integrated science and technology company with a focus in chemical and biological sciences   85. Micrologix Biotech (now MIGENIX) 6,778 Biotechnology company focused on research and development of anti-infective drugs. 86. Infospec Systems 6,730 Developers of Profitek point of sale software for the hospitality and retail industries. 87. Silk Systems 6,727 Business management software developer and solution provider.   88. ActiveState 6,640 Leading provider of enterprise email management software and developer tools. 89. Triant Technologies 6,500 Leader in advanced fault detection for the semiconductor industry. 90. Carmanah Technologies 6,468 Manufacturer of solar powered LED lighting solutions.   91. PT Papertech 6,409 Manufacturer and distributor or leading edge technology for the pulp & paper industry.   92. PRAqua Technologies 6,141 A market leader in providing design, engineering and construction services to the aquaculture and water treatment industries.   93. Strategic Technologies 5,994 Electronic curfew monitoring and global positioning systems.   94. FinancialCAD 5,990 Providers of financial risk measurement and analysis technology. 95. FTS Forest Technology Systems 5,452 Design and manufacture of environmental monitoring equipment.   96. TAP Solutions (now KnowledgeTech) 5,400 Provides products and services to the financial services industry. 97. Safe Software 5,291 Spatial data extract, transform, and load products, solutions and professional services. 98. Absolute Software 5,264 Provides security and asset management products for remote, mobile and desktop computers. 99. Kelsan Technologies 5,050 Development and commercialization of Thin Film friction control technology   100. Pathway Design & Manufacturing 4,737 Custom design and manufacture of products and components for alternative energy applications.     The list above includes companies with headquarters located in B.C. only (see list criteria). For a list of other major technology employers in B.C. without local headquarters, please click here.