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 […]
Startup Scene Heats Up with Inventures 2025 Pre-Party at Platform
Alberta’s innovation community will get an early jump on Inventures 2025 with a high-energy pre-party hosted at Platform Calgary on May 20th. Presented by National Bank of Canada, the Welcome to Inventures 2025 Pre-Party promises to set the tone for one of Canada’s leading tech and innovation conferences. Running from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, the pre-party offers […]
Alberta’s Tech Sector Powers Economic Growth, ATB Report Reveals
Alberta’s tech sector is emerging as a powerhouse of economic growth and innovation, according to a new report released by ATB Financial in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab (BDL). Titled An Innovation Revolution: How Alberta Is Building the Future of Tech, the report offers a detailed economic snapshot of the […]
The51 Appoints Fintech Pioneer Colleen Moorehead as Board Chair
The51 has appointed veteran business leader Colleen Moorehead as Chair of its Board of Directors, marking a significant step forward for the women-led venture firm and financial platform. Moorehead brings decades of experience at the intersection of capital markets, technology, and governance, including leadership roles in both public and private sectors. A fintech trailblazer, she […]
Pavilion Cowork Expands to Calgary with Flagship Premium Workspace
Calgary’s downtown core will soon be home to a new premium coworking space as Pavilion Cowork expands beyond British Columbia for the first time. The company, known for its high-end, community-focused workspaces in Vancouver, is opening a 14,906-square-foot location at 550 6th Avenue SW in Fall 2025. The Calgary hub will feature 47 private offices and […]
Alberta Cancer Foundation Joins CDL Cancer to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Cancer Care
The Alberta Cancer Foundation (ACF) is the newest partner of the Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) Cancer program, joining a growing initiative focused on advancing technologies that aim to transform cancer care and improve patient outcomes. Launched in 2022 through a partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society, CDL Cancer is a specialized stream for early-stage science […]
Shannon Vander Meulen to Share Startup Journey at Women in Tech Series
Calgary-based startup WaitWell is transforming the way people wait in line. By enabling customers to join queues through a mobile device or on-site kiosk—and receive real-time text notifications about their wait time—WaitWell is modernizing service delivery and streamlining operations for organizations. The company was recently selected by the state of Nevada to reduce lineups at […]
UK’s Osney Capital Launches New Fund, Helping Cybersecurity Startups Jump Across the Pond
Osney Capital has closed its first venture capital fund with more than $92 million to invest in early-stage cybersecurity startups across the United Kingdom and Canada. As reported by BetaKit, the UK-based firm is planning on setting up shop in Calgary to support its cross-border ambitions. The new Calgary office will be led by partner […]
Pizza Hut and Startup Canada Launch Entrepreneur Grants in Calgary
Calgary will host the national kickoff of the 2025 Startup Canada Tour on April 29th, launching a new three-year partnership between Pizza Hut Canada and Startup Canada aimed at empowering the country’s next generation of entrepreneurs. Through Pizza Hut’s Equal Slice Program, the company will co-present the tour and invest $300,000 in cash grants, alongside […]
AgeCare and Platform Calgary Partner to Advance Innovation in Senior Living
AgeCare, a leader in Canada’s continuing care industry, has teamed up with Platform Calgary to drive innovation in the growing AgeTech sector. The new partnership aims to foster innovation in aging tech, health, and senior living by connecting tech startups with industry leaders, policymakers, and healthcare providers. Through events, ecosystem development, and strategic partnerships, the […]