Fresh off the momentum of a packed YYC DataCon 2025, Calgary tech scene trailblazer Josh Rainbow is back with a bold new event — and it’s set to be even bigger. Slated for November 2025 at the newly expanded BMO Centre, Future Summit is poised to become a global destination for leaders in AI, technology, […]
Calgary Invests in Quantum Future with $675K Boost to QAI Ventures
The Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF) is committing up to $675,000 over the next three years to QAI Ventures to bolster Calgary’s emerging quantum technology sector and accelerate the development of homegrown talent and startups. The strategic investment will support a two-phase program — a pre-accelerator and an accelerator — to train 54 individuals and […]
Energy Transition Centre and Hydrogen Hub Get Major Boost in Alberta Clean Tech Push
The Energy Transition Centre in downtown Calgary and the Calgary Region Hydrogen Hub are set to play a central role in Alberta’s evolving clean tech landscape thanks to new federal investments announced this week. On Thursday, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, unveiled over $8.3 million in funding for 13 Alberta-based […]
Calgary’s eMission Launches Industry-Wide Emissions Reporting Tool
Calgary-based eMission Software has launched the Production Emission Intensity Report (PEIR), a new standardized emissions reporting tool designed for interest holders in Canada’s energy sector. Unlike existing reports that focus solely on individual companies, PEIR offers both relative and absolute emissions analysis across the entire industry. The report, which leverages self-reported data, zeroes in on […]
Startup Canada Tour Comes to Calgary to Support Early-Stage Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses and expand their networks will gather at the Startup Canada Tour – Calgary, set to take place at the BMO Centre on April 29th. The event, part of Startup Canada’s cross-country initiative, offers a full day of networking, mentorship, and expert-led sessions designed to empower early-stage business owners. Doors […]
Blackline Safety Named Among World’s Most Innovative Companies
Calgary’s Blackline Safety, a global leader in connected safety technology, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. The annual ranking celebrates organizations driving progress across industries through bold innovation, with this year’s honorees including Waymo, Nvidia, and Kraft Heinz. Blackline earned its spot on the list […]
Calgary Startup Quack Secures $500K to Revolutionize Cold Calling
Calgary-based startup Quack has raised $500,000 in pre-seed funding to transform the sales industry with its innovative approach to cold calling. Quack’s platform enables sales development representatives (SDRs) to dial multiple prospects simultaneously—up to four at a time—while automatically detecting voicemail responses. It also integrates seamlessly with CRM systems like HubSpot, Outreach, and SalesLoft, ensuring […]
Alberta Champions Group Aims to Boost Fintech Growth
A new initiative is set to strengthen Alberta’s growing fintech sector. Fintech Cadence has launched the Alberta Champions Group, a coalition of industry leaders committed to fostering collaboration, supporting startups, and positioning Alberta as a top fintech hub in Canada. Led by Fintech Cadence, the Alberta Champions Group brings together key players from financial institutions, […]
Qube Technologies Gains U.S. EPA Approval for Continuous Methane Monitoring
Qube Technologies, a Calgary-based emissions monitoring firm, has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approval for its continuous point-source methane monitoring system. This designation, granted under the NSPS OOOO regulations, allows oil and gas operators to use Qube’s technology as an alternative test method, improving regulatory compliance, reducing costs, and enhancing environmental performance through real-time […]
Attabotics Unveils AI-Powered Fulfillment System to Boost Retail Efficiency
Attabotics, a leader in automated fulfillment technology, has introduced FulfillAI, an AI-driven system designed to revolutionize warehouse operations by significantly increasing efficiency, productivity, and capacity. Unlike traditional automation, which focuses on increasing machine speed, FulfillAI optimizes fulfillment through a many-to-many picking process. This enables warehouse workers to fulfill multiple orders simultaneously, reducing machine strain, lowering […]