A Calgary-based biotechnology startup believes it is poised to transform the way the world’s livestock is fed by providing a low-cost, low-carbon, sustainable alternative to fish or soybean meal. Cvictus is on a mission to resurrect a proven, decades-old industrial fermentation process that converts methanol into a high-protein material used in animal feed. First commercialized […]
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Campus Buddy Connects Students to a Richer Campus Life
James Mtendamema is helping students tap into a more immersive campus experience. James Mtendamema saw a gap in campus life—and set out to close it. “I wanted to create a platform that makes it easier for students to stay connected, engaged, and informed,” he says. His app, Campus Buddy, is a direct channel for students […]
Fillip Teams Up with TELUS to Launch Smarter Fleet Management in Canada
Calgary-based Fillip has partnered with TELUS to launch a next-generation fleet management solution designed to modernize how Canadian businesses manage fuel, vehicle performance, and expenses. The collaboration integrates Fillip’s Visa-powered digital payment platform with TELUS’ Connected Fleet, Telematics & Asset solutions—bringing together real-time vehicle insights with flexible, mobile-first fuel payments. Fillip was named one of 10 […]
WealthONE Taps thirdstream in Lethbridge to Power Launch of Digital Onboarding Tech
Toronto’s Wealth One Bank of Canada announced this month that new “digital banking enhancements” will enable clients to open GIC, RSP, TFSA and high interest savings accounts anywhere, anytime, on any device in minutes. “Our new online account opening process makes it easier than ever to join WealthONE Bank,” commented Barry Ferguson, WealthONE’s Chief Operating […]
Techstars Startup Weekend Returns to Calgary This May
Over fifty-four hours, strangers will become friends—and founders. May 9th through 11th will see Techstars Startup Weekend descend on Calgary for a collaboration-focused hackathon that promotes teamwork and turning ideas into action. “Whether you are a serial entrepreneur or new to the startup scene, you’ll fit right in as long as you are motivated to build a product […]
Svante Testing Next-Gen Carbon Capture Technology in Alberta
A Burnaby-born company is advancing its clean technology in Alberta. Svante Technologies, which specializes in carbon capture, this week revealed progress in its project with Mercer International, a global producer of forest products such as pulp, lumber, and timber. The collaboration is now at the Front-end Engineering and Design Phase 2, or FEL-2, according to […]
Calgary Approves $60M Boost for OCIF to Fuel Innovation and Economic Growth
The Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF) will receive an additional $60 million over the next four years to continue driving economic diversification and innovation in the city. Calgary City Council approved the new funding this week in $15 million annual tranches, drawn from the city’s Fiscal Stability Reserve. OCIF CEO Brad Parry said the investment […]
Veerum Raises $12M to Scale ‘Visual Operations’ for Industrial Assets
Calgary-based VEERUM has raised $12 million in Series B funding to accelerate the global expansion of its Visual Operations (VisOps) platform. The round was led by energy-tech leaders Veriten and Emerson, with continued support from returning investors BDC and Evok Innovations. In a company statement, VEERUM called the raise “a major milestone in our journey […]
C100 Opens Applications for Top Canadian Tech Programs
C100, the influential network for Canadian tech entrepreneurs, has opened applications for its flagship Fellows and Growth programs, designed to propel high-potential Canadian startups into global category leaders. With a track record of helping companies outperform startup success rates by up to tenfold, C100’s programs offer curated 12-month experiences for founders and leadership teams navigating […]
Burn the Boats: How Goodlawyer’s Brett Colvin Turned Risk Into Purpose
Brett Colvin, co-founder and CEO of Goodlawyer, knows exactly what it means to go all in. During his keynote speech at this week’s Startup Canada Tour in Calgary, Colvin shared the raw and revealing story behind his leap from corporate law to startup life – a journey marked by grief, grit, and unwavering belief. Colvin […]