With global demand for its industry-leading connected safety wearables at an all-time high, Blackline Safety has expanded its manufacturing capacity at its Calgary headquarters. The expansion – which is poised to increase Blackline’s production capacity by 30 to 50% – was achieved by repurposing the company’s existing space. The announcement comes on the heels of […]
Unlock the Future of Agriculture: Enrol in the Automation and Digital Agriculture Specialist Program
Take your first step towards a career in agriculture technology and join a new innovative training program. Look no further than the Automation and Digital Agriculture Specialist Program from Palette Skills. Recently launched in Alberta, this 130-hour program is designed to equip you with the latest industry knowledge and skills. You’ll learn from top industry experts in […]
Thin Air Labs Launches Podcast Featuring Calgary Founders
Calgary’s Thin Air Labs has launched a podcast miniseries called The Founder Mindset. Hosted by Leah Sarich, Thin Air Labs’ Head of Story, the podcast will profile the incredible founders building globally competitive companies in Calgary. This first series consists of 6 episodes that will be released every two weeks and feature conversations with local […]
Lyft Gallops into Alberta with Unbridled Excitement
Alberta, gear up: today Lyft launched its rideshare service in Calgary. Lyft first launched in Canada in Toronto in 2017, followed by subsequent launches in Ottawa and Vancouver. In the years since, Lyft has provided over 56 million rides to more than 2.5 million Canadians. Now, Edmontonians and Calgarians can choose Lyft for a reliable […]
Revolutionizing Virtual Estimates: Great Northern Insulation Teams Up with IrisCX
Great Northern Insulation (GNI), a leading insulation company, has partnered with Calgary-based IrisCX to revolutionize its virtual estimates program. This strategic collaboration allows GNI to enhance customer experience by delivering faster and more accurate quotes while also reducing its carbon footprint. Established in 2019, IrisCX is a smart video platform that specializes in virtual product […]
Rogers Together with Shaw Supports Communities Impacted by Wildfires in Alberta
Rogers Communications and Shaw have come together to provide relief to the residents of Alberta affected by devastating wildfires. The companies have pledged their commitment to keeping customers connected to essential resources and loved ones, while also contributing to immediate disaster relief efforts on the ground. To support the affected communities, Rogers and Shaw have […]
Carrot Ventures Launches Cellar Insights, an AgTech Startup for Remote Potato Monitoring
Calgary-headquartered venture capital fund Carrot Ventures has launched its second company, Cellar Insights, as part of its AgTech company formation model. Cellar Insights is an AgTech startup that uses a combination of sensors and cloud-based algorithms to remotely monitor potato health during long-term storage. The company aims to reduce food loss and optimize the quality […]
Rogers Makes 5G More Accessible to Canadians After Shaw Merger
Through its merger with Shaw Communications, Rogers is focused on making long-term network investments to ensure all Canadians can access world-class connectivity. Rogers demonstrated that commitment with their announcement that it will make 5G more accessible to more Canadians. The telecom giant has reduced the price per gigabyte of data by 50% on its most-chosen […]
AVAC Group Launches $15 Million VC Fund for Canadian AgTech Startups
Calgary venture capital firm AVAC Group recently announced the launch of a new $15 million venture capital fund called Carrot Ventures. The fund has secured financial backing from AVAC and Farm Credit Canada (FCC), and will focus on investing in Canadian agricultural technology start-ups. Carrot Ventures is not just another venture capital fund; it is […]
Improving Acquires Jump Analytics: Boosts Revenue and Expands Reach Across North America
Improving has acquired Jump Analytics, a Canadian tech firm specializing in advanced analytics and corporate performance management. The acquisition is expected to boost Improving’s annualized revenue to more than $290 million and expand its reach across North America. Dallas-headquartered Improving has a thirty year history in Calgary. Their Calgary outpost is currently the only Scrum […]