Collision will be bringing together tech companies, entrepreneurs, and world-class speakers in Toronto from June 17 to 20. Dubbed the “Olympics of Tech,” at its core Collision remains a conference for the freshest and brightest business ideas and this year there are outstanding companies from Alberta attending with Innovate Calgary’s support. Innovate Calgary helps bridge the gap between […]
5 Calgary Tech Companies to Check Out at Global Energy Show Canada
Global Energy Show Canada is taking over Calgary’s newly expanded BMO Centre in Stampede Park for its annual event with a strong focus on technology, innovation, and sustainability. The energy show runs from June 11 to 13 and will host industry leaders and participants from around the world. Alberta’s energy sector is a star attraction […]
ResVR Secures $1.7 Million in Funding to Revolutionize Homebuilding Sales Visualization
Calgary’s ResVR announced today that they have completed a series of financings totalling $1.7 million, including $1.43 million in pre-seed and seed funding and $270,000 in non-dilutive capital. ResVR is a fast-growing proptech startup that enables homebuilders and developers to sell more upgrades through a visualization platform. The funding was led by Inverted Ventures and […]
Carbon Upcycling Named Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum has announced its cohort of 2024 Technology Pioneers. Just one Canadian startup was recognized and that company calls Calgary home – Carbon Upcycling. The select group of 100 leading tech startups are focused on applying new breakthroughs to develop clean energy solutions, healthcare innovation and progress in biotech, space, and neurotechnology. […]
Future of Sport Lab Welcomes Calgary’s Scorched Ice to Incubator Program
The Future of Sport Lab (FSL) has announced the next nine Canadian sport tech startups have been accepted into its acclaimed incubator program. The companies come from a range of sectors including AI, athlete training, fan engagement, wearable technology and smart equipment, analytics and sports betting. The FSL is a collaborative lab for sport innovation […]
BioAro Unveils Breakthrough AI Genomic Analysis Software to Reduce Healthcare Wait Times
BioAro, an innovator in the fields of science, longevity and healthspan, announced the launch of its AI genomic analysis software at INVENTURES 2024 last week. The Calgary healthtech company’s software promises to significantly reduce healthcare wait times across Canada. BioAro has been focused on advancing precision health strategies to enhance healthspan and longevity. Its mission […]
Quantum City Challenge Crowns Champions at Inventures 2024
Alberta has emerged as a leader for quantum technology development, with a vibrant ecosystem of research institutions, startups, incubators and industry partners. Leading the way is the University of Calgary’s Quantum City, Alberta’s global quantum solutions hub. Quantum City’s mission is to establish quantum-focused fabrication infrastructure, new talent development programs and commercialization pathways to support […]
INVENTURES Names 2024 Startup Pitch Competition Winners
Thousands of dollars were on the line along with exposure to a global audience and tech investors for the 30 companies that hit the stage at the INVENTURES 2024 Startup Pitch Competition. The competition was divided into six competitions, each with a $10,000 prize and five finalists who pitched live on stage during the conference. […]
Five Tech Startups That Have Nothing in Common on the Inventures Stage
Thousands of dollars are on the line along with exposure to a global audience and technology investors for 30 companies that have made the final cut for the Inventures Startup Pitch Competition. Inventures 2024 is finally here and a select group of companies have been identified as the finalists for this year’s pitch competition. There are six […]
Alberta Innovates Launches $4.25 Million IDEATE Program to Accelerate Digital Health Innovations
Today at the Inventures conference in Calgary Alberta Innovates announced funding for a new program called IDEATE – the Innovative Digital Engagement and Tech Evaluation in Alberta. Developed in partnership with Prairies Economic Development Canada, IDEATE promises to help innovators find technology testers and validators that will help advance their ideas into the marketplace quickly […]