Calgary’s Knead Technologies has been selected as a finalist in the AgTech & Food category at the prestigious 17th annual SXSW Pitch competition, set to take place March 8–10, 2025, in Austin, Texas. The SXSW Pitch is a global platform for startups to showcase groundbreaking innovations to industry leaders, media, and top investors. Since its […]
10 Homegrown Calgary Startups to Watch in 2025
Calgary’s tech ecosystem is poised for remarkable growth in 2025, building on its recent recognition among the world’s top 50 emerging startup ecosystems. The city’s tech job market has expanded by over 78% in the past five years, outpacing other Canadian cities and establishing Calgary as a significant player in North America’s innovation landscape. This […]
Carbon Upcycling Wins Major Recognition in Build Better Innovation Challenge
Calgary’s Carbon Upcycling has been named one of six winners of the prestigious Build Better Innovation Challenge, a program spearheaded by non-profit climate technology investor Elemental Impact. The challenge, supported by global partners Microsoft, Capgemini, and Bouygues, aims to accelerate the adoption of innovative construction materials and processes that reduce emissions and promote sustainability in […]
Residents Return Home After Fatal Gas Explosion, Thanks to Calgary Tech Firm
Nearly two months after a gas leak-induced explosion devastated the community of Cleat Hill, Bedford, UK, some residents are finally returning home. The October 19th blast claimed two lives and forced the evacuation of 50 households, leaving the area on high alert. However, a groundbreaking innovation from Calgary-based Blackline Safety is now offering peace of […]
Calgary’s Fluid Biomed Secures $27M to Advance Breakthrough Brain Aneurysm Treatment
Fluid Biomed, a clinical-stage medical device company specializing in vascular disease treatments, has announced the successful closure of a USD $27 million Series A equity financing round. The oversubscribed round was co-led by Amplitude Ventures and an undisclosed strategic partner, with additional investment from IAG Capital Partners, LifeArc Ventures, and returning backers ShangBay Capital and […]
Kevin O’Leary Leads Visionary $70 Billion AI Data Centre Project in Alberta
Dragon turned Shark Kevin O’Leary is spearheading a transformative initiative to establish the world’s largest AI data centre industrial park, Wonder Valley, in Alberta’s Greenview Industrial Gateway (GIG). This ambitious project, undertaken in partnership with the Municipal District of Greenview, aims to position Alberta as a global leader in cutting-edge data infrastructure and sustainable energy […]
Tech-Driven Cleaning: How Home Spritz Supports Living Wages
A living wage is the hourly pay needed to cover basic expenses and ensure a modest standard of living after accounting for government transfers and taxes. In 2024, Calgary’s living wage was announced at $24.45 per hour—a striking 63% higher than Alberta’s minimum wage of $15 per hour. This sharp increase reflects the soaring costs […]
Alberta Unveils AI Strategy to Attract $100B Investment
This week the Province of Alberta unveiled a comprehensive AI Strategy, positioning itself as the top destination in North America for artificial intelligence (AI) data centres. With the global demand for data centre capacity expected to triple by 2030, the province aims to secure $100 billion in private investment over the next five years, according […]
E2E Energy Secures Patents for Breakthrough Geothermal Technology in Canada and U.S.
Calgary-based E2E Energy, a leader in innovative geothermal energy solutions, has announced the successful granting of patents for its Enhanced Geothermal Reservoir Recovery System (EGRRS) in both Canada and the United States. This milestone positions the company to make significant strides in advancing sustainable and scalable energy production, as global efforts intensify to meet the […]
OraQ Secures $2.6M to Revolutionize Dental Care
Calgary-based healthtech startup OraQ has announced the successful closure of a $2.6 million seed funding round, led by AngelMD, an Alberta-based angel physician group. This investment aims to commercialize OraQ’s clinical decision support platform, which utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze dental and medical records, assisting dentists in assessing patient risk more effectively. Founded by […]