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 […]
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Calgary’s Energy Transition Centre Readies Next Chapter of Local Cleantech Support
Innovate Calgary announced this week that it is passing on the leadership of the Energy Transition Centre to ETC Foundation. ETC Foundation is a newly launched non-profit organization. Now three years old, Calgary’s Energy Transition Centre supports researchers and startups across stages of their innovation and commercialization journey. The Centre is home to some of […]
Edmonton’s NiaHealth Launches Public Beta to Redefine Preventative Care
After completing nearly 100,000 biomarker tests in stealth, Edmonton-based healthtech startup NiaHealth has launched its public beta—bringing its AI-powered preventative health platform into the national spotlight. Backed by $2.5 million in pre-seed funding led by Vancouver’s Version One Ventures, the company is projecting tenfold growth by the end of the year. NiaHealth is positioning itself […]
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 […]
Calgary’s Kaleidoscope XR Garners Funding to Improve Healthcare Training with AI Tech
An Alberta-based upstart this month received capital toward its tech-forward approach to tackling the complex problem of dementia. By 2030, it has been estimated that nearly one million Canadians will be living with dementia, and experts warn there is already an urgent need for better training and more support for those caring for individuals with […]
Helcim Speeds Up Merchant Payouts with Faster Deposits
Calgary’s own Helcim has announced the rollout of “Faster Deposits,” a new feature aimed at accelerating cash flow for small and mid-sized businesses across North America — at no extra cost. Designed to eliminate the traditional 1-3 day wait time for credit card payments to settle, Faster Deposits leverages real-time payment networks including Interac Instant in Canada, […]
Calgary’s PrePad Secures $3.9 Million Seed Funding to Revolutionize Drilling and Completions Software
PrePad, a Calgary-based tech innovator, has raised $3.9 million in seed funding to expand its cloud-based software solutions for drilling and completions. The company has been named one of Calgary.tech’s startups to watch this year. PrePad’s platform optimizes capital lifecycle management and execution strategies, providing a transformative approach for the energy sector. This new funding […]
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 […]