Ideas. Storytelling. Philanthropy. Community.
A life built around bringing people together and moving ideas forward.
Anoop Virk is an award-winning nonprofit founder, executive producer, and wellness-focused restaurateur.
Her work sits at the intersection of philanthropy, storytelling and ideas, and community building — creating platforms, initiatives and experiences designed to connect people and turn ideas into impact.
Ideas in Action
From ideas to initiatives, platforms and movements.
TED & Ideas Worth Spreading
As Executive Producer of TEDxVancouver and TEDxWhistler, whose talks have reached more than 80 million views, Anoop shapes ideas, develops speakers and creates experiences that spark conversation. Her work also extends to leading interviews featured on TED.com.
Philanthropy & Social Impact
From founding Project L.O.V.E., which built a primary community school in rural Zambia, to co-founding Project H.E.L.LO., which helped reconnect more than 450 people experiencing homelessness in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside with their families, Anoop has built initiatives rooted in human connection and lasting impact.
Food, Health & Wellness
Through Basmati & Spice, Anoop works alongside Food Network’s Celebrity Chef Bal Arneson on a mission to make hospital food healthier, more nourishing and full of flavour — now available in more than 1,000 hospitals.
Speaking & Global Recognition
Anoop has been invited to speak at international forums and organizations including the United Nations, UNESCO, the Skoll World Forum and Pinterest, and has been recognized for her leadership and social impact through honours including Canada’s Top 20 Under 20 and BC’s 24 Under 24.
Conversations That Move Ideas Forward
Through thoughtful questions and meaningful dialogue, Anoop brings ideas and stories to life through interviews and moderated conversations on stage and on camera.
STUDIO INTERVIEW
Mr. Morgan
President, OVO Sound
Audain Art Museum · Whistler, BC
Exclusive interview featured on TED.com
LIVE INTERVIEW
Dr. Mypinder Sekhon
UBC Critical Care Medicine · Vancouver General Hospital
Vancouver Convention Centre · Vancouver, BC
Conversation on mental health at TED 2026: All of Us
LIVE INTERVIEW
The Right Honourable Kim Campbell
19th Prime Minister of Canada
The Vancouver Club · Vancouver, BC
Conversation on climate change, leadership & our collective future