Calgary’s Carbon Upcycling has added cleantech industry pioneer Steven Berkenfeld to its board as Chair. Carbon Upcycling is a leader in circular decarbonization solutions for hard-to-abate sectors, including cement, steel, and mining. After retiring from a career in investment banking in 2019, Berkenfeld has since focused on working with early-stage climate tech and sustainability companies as President […]
Neo Financial Teams Up with CEBL for a Winning Partnership
Calgary’s Neo Financial announced today a national partnership with the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) to become the first official financial partner in the league’s history. As a part of this season-long partnership with CEBL, Neo cardholders will get cashback on CEBL purchases. The 2024 CEBL season tips off Tuesday, May 21st when the Calgary […]
Rogers Communications Sponsors Calgary PGA Event, Pledges $1 Million to Charity
Rogers Communications announced today it is the title partner of Canada’s only PGA TOUR Champions tournament in Calgary, formerly the Shaw Charity Classic, and is kickstarting fundraising for the event’s charitable arm with a $1 million donation. “This tournament has made a real impact for communities, families and children in Alberta,” said Terrie Tweddle, Chief […]
Ayrton Energy and Litus Among Finalists for 2024 Alberta Cleantech Awards
The finalists for the 2nd annual Alberta Cleantech Awards have been announced. The awards recognize the best and brightest innovators, industry leaders, investors, and community builders who are driving cleantech innovation and adoption across the province and leading the charge to a more productive, profitable, and competitive net zero economy. Among the companies nominated in for […]
TELUS to Invest $135 Million in Calgary’s Infrastructure and Services
TELUS is set to invest $135 million in Calgary this year, intensifying its commitment to enhance infrastructure and services in the region. This investment is part of TELUS’ broader effort to infuse over $60 billion in Alberta since 2000, bolstering its leading 5G and PureFibre networks. The investment aims to connect Calgarians more effectively, supporting […]
Empowering Alberta’s Future: Unveiling a Vision for a Decarbonized Electricity System by 2050
As the Government of Alberta commits to realizing a net-zero economy by 2050, the electricity system has emerged as the linchpin for achieving this ambitious goal. It is the first domino in a sequence of systemic transformations poised to drive decarbonization across all sectors. Social innovation leader The Energy Futures Lab today released Leading the Charge: A Vision for Alberta’s Electricity […]
Upcoming Calgary Event to Underscore Advancement of Women in Canadian Tech
March 8th is International Women’s Day. The tradition of IWD began more than a century ago in 1911 and continues in 2024 as a “global movement focused on women’s advancement.” In support of the annual affair, local upstart Virtual Gurus intends to host an exclusive event at the organization’s headquarters in Calgary on March 5th. […]
Elevate Your Family’s Organization and Connectivity Just in Time for the Holidays
Just in time for holiday gifting, San Francisco’s Skylight has announced the availability of the Skylight Calendar in Canada. The interactive smart family calendar helps keep the whole household organized, with schedules, chore charts, meal planning, and customizable to-do lists all in one place. Starting at $399 CAD, the Skylight Calendar comes in a 15-inch touchscreen display and is […]
Rogers Expands Affordable 5G Access for Low-Income Canadians
Rogers Communications today announced the launch of a new program to make 5G wireless services more accessible to eligible low-income Canadians. The new Connected for Success 5G Mobile Plan with a no-cost 5G smartphone gives over 2.5 million Canadians a more affordable way to connect to 5G wireless services. Today’s announcement builds on Rogers commitment […]
Calgary Tech Entrepreneurs Recognized in Top 40 Under 40
They say the 25th consecutive year of something is its silver anniversary. For the Top 40 Under 40 project, it’s fitting, considering the shining accomplishments of all who have been named to Top 40 lists since the program began. This year’s Top 40 Under 40, presented by connectFirst Credit Union, the University of Calgary, and […]