Alberta is investing several million dollars into projects aimed at strengthening the region’s energy future. The Province this month unveiled $28M in investments earmarked for six projects worth $172 million combined. These projects will advance technologies that help reduce emissions, improve the energy sector’s environmental performance, strengthen Alberta’s competitiveness, and create jobs, according to a […]
Calgary Cleantech ZS2 Expands South Through Partnership with US Manufacturer
Data from the International Energy Agency suggests that the construction industry is responsible for up to 40% of global C02 emissions. Back in 2023, we first reported on ZS2 Technologies, a Calgary-based innovator of building materials that launched to help address this concern by developing low-carbon construction systems designed for fire resistance and climate resilience. By early […]
Researchers at University of Calgary to Lead National Productivity Initiative
The federal government believes that “strengthening Canada’s productivity performance” is a key factor in the nation’s “long-term resilience and prosperity.” In this vein, Canada has unveiled an investment of $6 million over 15 years to support a novel national research partnership that will aim to drive solutions which boost the country’s productivity over the coming […]
Return Policy a Critical Strategy for Online Retail, Calgary’s Cashew Concludes
Brands are losing revenue in online sales, often without realizing why, due to outdated return policies. This is the major takeaway from “The Returns Revolt,” a recently released report. The digital report, published by Calgary-based market research solution upstart Cashew, finds that ill-rendered return policies are “suppressing demand, eroding trust, and stopping shoppers from buying […]
Calgary Quantum Startup SuperQ Launches Infrastructure Platform for AI Compute
A Calgary-based company building “the ChatGPT of Quantum Computing” this week unveiled its latest launch. SuperQ Quantum Computing announced the official release of its Sovereign Hybrid-Cloud Infrastructure. As an era of “Quantum Utility” emerges, the Alberta firm posits that global organizations face a rising need for computational power combined with escalating threats to data residency. […]
Alberta Shows ‘Resilience with Job Growth’ as Blue Sky City Lures Tech and Talent
In January, Alberta gained nearly 42,000 full time jobs. The Province’s Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration calls this figure “massive.” “Once again,” said Joseph Schow, “Alberta is showing resilience and leading the country in job creation.” The numbers are particularly impressive, Schow posits, ” in the face of global economic uncertainty that is […]
Alberta’s Smith Responds to Carney’s New National Strategy for EV Adoption in Canada
The federal government recently unveiled major changes to its national automotive strategy. Shortly thereafter, the Province of Alberta responded to the shift in strategy from Mark Carney. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith stated that the old policy, which expected 100% of vehicles sold in Canada to be zero-emission by 2035, “was always unrealistic.” Alberta purchased more […]
Dragon-Style Event Tackles ‘Unprecedented Water Challenges’ with Youthful Innovation
A group of young innovators gathered this month at the Platform Innovation Centre in Calgary to pitch market-ready solutions which aim to address the escalating water issues facing the Prairies, with teams taking home more than $35,000 in seed funding prizes. “The Prairies are facing unprecedented water challenges,” explains Soula Chronopoulos, President of AquaAction. The […]
Carbon Upcycling Appoints New CEO to Leverage ‘Industry-Defining Technology’
Calgary’s Carbon Upcycling Technologies has unveiled a new chief executive officer. The Alberta cleantech, which is establishing a new industrial pathway for domestic cement production, says Markus Kritzler is now CEO, after joining the company as chief revenue officer in 2025. Kritzler assumes the role from company cofounder Apoorv Sinha. “I’m honoured to serve as […]
Calgary’s Wagepoint Refreshes Brand Identity Amid Workforce Expansion Plans
Wagepoint has refreshed its brand identity, the company announced this week. The refresh marks “an exciting new chapter” for the Calgary-based provider of payroll software for small businesses in Canada. The updated visual identity reflects Wagepoint’s continued growth and its ongoing commitment to delivering a simpler, more confident payroll experience for small businesses and the […]