In less than 12 months of commercial operation, Calgary-based clean technology company Kathairos Solutions is reporting unprecedented adoption of its novel methane elimination system for remote oil and gas well sites. The uptake of Kathairos’ technology, and the 40,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent emissions it has abated in its first year, equates to planting 660,000 trees […]
ATB Financial Launches Second $50 Million Private Equity Fund
ATB Private Equity, the private equity investment arm of ATB Financial, has announced the launch of a second $50 million private equity fund dedicated to making minority interest investments in key Alberta based small and mid-market enterprises. The new fund follows the success of ATB’s first fund created in 2016, and in total represents a […]
Platform Calgary and National Bank Partner to Create New Investment Opportunities for Calgary’s Tech Sector
National Bank of Canada and Platform Calgary have announced a new strategic partnership focused on improving the connections between investors and Calgary technology startups. National Bank is committing $380,000 over four years to establish the “National Bank Investor Hub” located at the Platform Innovation Centre. National Bank will also become a core partner of the […]
Calgary’s Earthware Launches Sustainable Packaging Pilot with SkipTheDishes
SkipTheDishes, Canada’s only homegrown food delivery network, today announced the launch of a reusable packaging pilot program in Calgary to provide local residents with greener alternatives to single-use plastic waste. Through the pilot, SkipTheDishes customers in Calgary will be able to order from one of the participating restaurants which have transitioned to providing takeout orders in Earthware reusable containers. After enjoying […]
Leadership Development Platform, Monark, Raises $1.5 Million Seed Round
Calgary’s Monark, a SaaS platform that offers on-demand leadership development for a new generation, announced today it has closed a $1.5 million seed financing round led by Storytime Capital, with participation from The51, Archangel and UCeed. Founded in 2020 by organizational psychologists Kelsey Hahn, MSc and Amanda Julian, PhD, Monark is disrupting a market plagued […]
The Open Learning Lab at Bow Valley Square Revolutionizes Education in Calgary
In a groundbreaking transformation, what was once vacant office space in Bow Valley Square has emerged as the innovative Open Learning Lab. The 15,000-square-foot facility, generously provided by Oxford Properties, is a hub for a groundbreaking experiment involving numerous public, private, and non-profit organizations. Open learning differs from traditional learning by recognizing that learning can […]
Beakerhead Celebrates 10 Years of Weird
Beakerhead‘s explosive blend of research and innovation returns this week as the annual festival celebrates its 10th anniversary. Featuring brand-new installations, interactive experiences and “mind-bending” performances, the event is ready to welcome the community into a world where science and art collide. Running from September 14 to 17 across three iconic Calgary locations, this year’s […]
Mphasis Celebrates First Anniversary of Calgary Delivery Centre
This week Mphasis celebrated the company’s first year of operations in Calgary. The Indian tech powerhouse was joined by Invest Alberta to celebrate the company’s significant positive impact on the province’s technology landscape through its strategic partnerships and workforce expansion. Since opening a delivery centre in Calgary last year, Mphasis has enhanced the region’s technology […]
Revolutionizing Wildfire Prediction: Skymount’s Firemark AI Delivers 30-Day Forecasts with 90% Accuracy
Traditional methods of wildfire prediction often rely on historical data and meteorological models, often leading to errors and insufficient time for effective response. Recognizing the gravity of this challenge, Calgary’s Skymount Global is harnessing the potential of AI and advanced machine learning algorithms to create a platform capable of delivering timely and precise wildfire predictions. […]
ATB Ventures Launches Oliu: Secure Identity Verification Solution for SMEs’ Digital Growth
ATB Ventures has announced the release of its SME-tailored solution as part of its digital identity management platform, Oliu™. With the rise of digitization and small and medium businesses representing a significant share of Canada’s economy, now more than ever, transforming these businesses digitally is critical. At the core of every digital interaction is identity, and every digital […]